A 10-storey building on Broad Street, in the Lagos Island central business district suffered a fire accident,
The incident caught the attention of Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who said the fire outbreak at the famous Mandilas Building, Broad Street, Lagos Island did not result in any casualty.
The fire engulfed the popular Mandilas Building from the first floor of the building and escalated to the fourth floor.
Traders expressed happiness that the fire did not spread to the adjoining Mandilas Market, a popular place for textile and clothing materials and footware.
The Mandilas Building houses several corporate offices, although it was built by the Mandilas brand of vehicles decades ago.
Several video shots went on social media capturing the burning building.
The Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye, said that the emergency responders from the Ebute Elefun and Sari Iganmu Fire Stations were actively working at the scene to prevent further escalation and bring the situation under control.
This happens to be the first fire incident recorded in 2024 in Lagos State.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu said the fire outbreak at the famous Mandilas Building, Broad Street, Lagos Island did not result in any casualty.
He wrote: “I would like to provide an update as relayed by our on-ground teams regarding the warehouse fire at Mandilas Building, Broad Street, Lagos Island.
“The fire originated on the 1st floor and got to the 4th. Currently, our brave teams from Ebute Elefun and Sari Iganmu Fire Stations are actively engaged in firefighting operations.
“The cause is yet to be determined, but investigations are underway. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported.
“I’d like to urge everyone to remain calm as all of our first responders are working hard to bring the situation to a complete halt.
“I salute our incredible firefighting teams and other first responders, including security personnel. Your dedication is unmatched as you face this challenge head-on.”
