JUST IN: Dangote Refinery contains minor fire at its effluent treatment plant
The management of Dangote Refinery has reacted to reports of a fire incident at its refinery on Wednesday, saying the ‘minor fire’ occurred at its Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) and has been swiftly contained. Anthony Chiejina, the Chief Corporate Communications Officer for Dangote Group, confirmed the development in a statement made available to Tribune Online. He assured the public that there was no cause for alarm as the refinery continued to operate normally and no injuries or harm was reported among the staff on duty. “We have swiftly contained a minor fire incident at our effluent treatment plant (ETP) today, Wednesday, 26th of June. There is no cause for alarm as the refinery is operating, and there is no recorded injury or body harm to all our staff on duty,” Chiejina stated
BREAKING! Christ Embassy Headquarters On Fire
The headquarters of Believers Love World, the mega church popularly known as Christ Embassy, is currently on fire. The cause of the fire outbreak at the church in Oregun, Lagos, is unknown as of the time of filing this report. When contacted, Okunbor Nosa, Public Relations Officer of the Lagos State Emergency Management Authority (LASEMA), told Daily Trust the cause was not yet known. Videos and pictures of the incident are circulating on social media. In one of the videos, heavy smoke was seen billowing from the building painted in white. Officials of the Lagos State Fire Service and other emergency responders were seen making efforts to contain the inferno. Details later…
Popular Abuja Market On Fire
A fire has erupted at Wuse Market Abuja’s bustling commercial hub, on Tuesday evening. The fire prompted immediate evacuations and a swift response from emergency services. The cause of the inferno has remained unknown, but the rapid mobilization of firefighters and security personnel to the site shows the gravity of the situation. The market, known for its extensive array of goods and services, experienced an abrupt halt in activities as traders and shoppers alike were seen fleeing the vicinity. This incident follows a tragic event on February 29, 2024, where a fire claimed three lives in a residential building within EFAB estate, Karsana District, near Gwarinpa. The fire reportedly originated from an explosion linked to a diesel drum, leading to a fierce battle against the flames by both residents and the Federal Fire Service (FFS). The current fire at Wuse Market has caused significant concern among the populace, given the market’s prominence and the recent memory of the EFAB estate tragedy.
Fire Guts Popular Church In Lagos
A popular church which is known as Household of David Church at 7 Surulere Street, Industrial Estate, Adeniyi Jones, Ikeja, Lagos was on Wednesday morning gutted by fire. This was confirmed in a Facebook post by the Lagos State Fire Service. The fire started at about 10: 47am. According to the Lagos State Fire Service, the expanse church auditorium erupted in Fire from smoke that emanated from the ceiling. “Fire is presently under control as dampen down progresses to bring operations to conclusion. “The Fire was however made to confined within the church auditorium it started from while salvaging adjoining properties. “In Attendance: Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service Alausa and Ikeja Fire Stations. Property Involved: Auditorium and church-hold items Supposed Cause: Investigation to reveal in due course “, the post read.
Traders Count Losses As Fire Rages Ladipo Plank Market
Tragedy struck the Ladipo Plank Market in Orile, Lagos on Wednesday as an inferno erupted, leaving traders counting their losses. The flames consumed goods valued at millions of Naira, marking a devastating blow to the local business community. The fire broke out in the early hours of Wednesday, at around 12 am, catching traders and shop owners off-guard. The swift and destructive nature of the fire prompted an immediate response from the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA). These first responders worked tirelessly to combat the raging inferno and prevent its further spread. Their timely intervention played a crucial role in minimizing the extent of the damage. The cause of the fire remains shrouded in mystery, and investigations are underway to determine its origin. However, the Ladipo Plank Market’s association, with highly combustible materials, such as sawmill products and building materials, along with the presence of inflammable wood polish, created a conducive environment for the rapid propagation of the flames, as well as dry weather conditions prevailing in the area which exacerbated the situation. In the midst of this chaotic and devastating event, the silver lining is that no casualties were reported.
Petrol Tanker Explosion Claims 5 Lives In Delta –PPRO
The Police Command in Delta says five persons lost their lives in a petrol tanker explosion in the state. The spokesman of the command, DSP Bright Edafe, disclosed this to newsmen in Warri, saying the incident occurred on 1 October at Ugbenu in Ethiope West Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. He said that the tanker, laden with petrol, was heading towards Benin City in the morning when the unfortunate incident happened. “In the early hours of October 1, 2023, at about 0200hrs, the Command recorded a tragic incident where a tanker, laden with petroleum product, being driven towards Benin on the Warri – Benin Road fell at Ugbenu Koko Junction. “Its content spilled into the nearby swamp and the spillage attracted a couple of youths who took advantage of the incident and started scooping fuel into jerry cans and other containers. “While they were at it, an explosion erupted and the fire from the explosion engulfed the whole area. “The fire claimed lives of five persons among the youths who had come to scoop fuel,” Edafe said. He said that several properties, including eight buses of different makes, two tankers, five trailers, two motorcycles, a Sienna space wagon and a ‘C’ Class Mercedes Benz car were also burnt. Edafe said that the remains of the victims had been deposited at the Oghara General Hospital’s morgue in Ethiope West. He added that police operatives attached to the Oghara division, in collaboration with the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) at Ethiope West, had mobilised to the scene to ensure the free flow of traffic. Edafe said that the Commissioner of Police, Delta Command, Mr Wale Abass, had expressed his sympathy with the families that lost their loved ones in the incident. “It is sad that we never learn from past occurrences, since this is not the first time such incident has happened. “Nonetheless, I appeal that Nigerians should do away with greed and avoid scenes where there is an occurrence of oil spillages. “It poses a serious threat to their lives and the lives of others,” Edafe warned.