Fire damages shop in Ilorin multi-purpose building
A fire broke out at a multi-purpose building along Pakata Road in Ilorin, affecting one shop and causing panic among residents. The incident was confirmed by Hassan Adekunle, Public Relations Officer of the Kwara State Fire Service, who said firefighters responded swiftly. Alabi Muhammed, Director of the Fire Service, urged residents and business owners to adopt better safety measures. The agency emphasized its commitment to protecting lives and property.
What happened
- The fire occurred at No. 61 Pakata Road, Ita-Ogunbo Area, Ilorin, at about 11:09hrs on Saturday, 11th April 2026.
- The building contains eight rooms and five shops, but only one shop was affected by the fire.
- Firefighters arrived promptly and contained the fire, preventing it from spreading to other shops and nearby properties.
- Preliminary investigation revealed that a power surge ignited combustible materials in the affected shop.
- Alabi Muhammed advised the public to use standard electrical installations, install surge protectors, and have fire extinguishers on their premises.
