Fire damages car at Kwara hotel, firefighters respond quickly
A late-night fire broke out at E-Phoenix Hotel, Tanke Junction in Ilorin South, damaging a Honda Accord vehicle. Hassan Adekunle, spokesperson for the Kwara State Fire Service, confirmed the incident and praised the swift action of firefighters who contained the blaze. The fire was mainly restricted to the vehicle’s engine compartment, preventing further damage to the hotel premises. Alabi Muhammed, Director of the Fire Service, advised motorists to maintain their vehicles regularly to avoid similar incidents.
What happened
- The fire started on Wednesday, 29th April 2026, at E-Phoenix Hotel, Tanke Junction, Ilorin South.
- Firefighters arrived at 23:38hrs and extinguished the fire by about 00:15hrs.
- The incident involved a Honda Accord with registration number DTH 753 AA, with the fire mainly affecting the engine compartment.
- Hassan Adekunle stated that a wiring spark likely triggered the fire.
- Alabi Muhammed urged vehicle owners to maintain electrical systems and keep firefighting equipment in their cars.
