Late-night fire damages vehicle at Kwara hotel

On April 29, 2026, at approximately 23:38 hours, a fire outbreak occurred at the Phoenix Hotel located at Tank Junction in Ilorin South Local Government Area, Kwara State, affecting a Honda Accord vehicle with registration number DTH 753 AA. The Kwara State Fire Service, led by Hassan Adekunle, confirmed the incident and reported that their prompt intervention helped contain the blaze.

Firefighters arrived on the scene and successfully extinguished the fire by 00:15 hours, preventing the spread to nearby vehicles and parts of the hotel premises. Preliminary investigations indicated that the fire was likely triggered by a spark from the vehicle's wiring system, which ignited flammable components within the engine area.

Alabi Muham, the director of the Kwara State Fire Service, urged motorists to prioritize routine maintenance of their vehicles, particularly the electrical systems, to prevent similar incidents. The fire service reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and property across Kwara State.