Kwara Firefighters Respond as 25 Shops Burn at Adeta Roundabout
Daily Post reports that an early-morning fire destroyed a building containing 25 shops at the Adeta roundabout in Ilorin, Kwara State, on Saturday. According to the Kwara State Fire Service, the blaze was reported at around 2:39 a.m.
In a statement, the service's spokesman, Hassan Adekunle, confirmed that firefighters arrived promptly at the scene, finding the entire block of shops engulfed in flames.
“Thanks to the swift action and bravery of the Kwara State fire service officers, only three shops suffered damage, including a soft drinks and alcohol shop.
“Preliminary investigations indicated that the fire was caused by a power surge,” the statement disclosed.
The Director of the State Fire Service, Prince John Falade Olumuyiwa, expressed sympathy for the affected shop owners, offering prayers for the restoration of their losses.
He also urged the public to prioritize safety and ensure all electrical appliances are unplugged when not in use.
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