Early morning fire damages Ilorin home, fire service intervenes
A fire broke out at a residential building in Ilorin, Kwara State, affecting a store and a room in the property. The incident prompted a swift response from the Kwara State Fire Service, whose efforts prevented further damage. According to spokesperson Hassan Adekunle, the fire started from a generator set. Alabi Muhammed, Director of the Fire Service, advised residents to be cautious with generator use.
What happened
- The fire occurred at No. 5 Obafemi Akere Street, off Basin Road, Ilorin, damaging part of a five-bedroom bungalow.
- Hassan Adekunle stated that firefighters arrived promptly and limited the spread of the fire.
- Preliminary investigation revealed the fire started from a generator set that caught fire without the occupants’ knowledge.
- The flames affected a store and a room at the rear of the building before being contained.
- Alabi Muhammed urged residents to operate generators safely and perform regular maintenance to prevent similar incidents.
