Fire Outbreak Guts Shops and Residence in Ilorin, Kwara

On Sunday, October 28, 2023, at approximately 4:56 AM, a fire outbreak occurred on Ijoro Street off Asa Dam Road in Ilorin, Kwara State. The incident involved a building comprising a two-bedroom flat and seven shops, which were partially gutted by the fire.

The Kwara State Fire Service responded promptly, successfully containing the blaze to prevent further spread to adjacent residential areas. According to a statement from the agency's public relations officer, Hassan Adekunle, preliminary investigations indicated that the fire was caused by a power surge that ignited combustible materials within the shops.

Alabi Muham, the director of the fire service, urged residents and business owners to adopt safety measures to prevent similar incidents, including the installation of surge protectors, avoiding overload of electrical outlets, and conducting regular checks on electrical systems. The agency reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding lives and properties across the state.