Tragic Fire at Afriland Towers Claims 10 Lives, Including United Capital and FIRS Staff

A tragic fire at Afriland Towers in Lagos Island claimed the lives of at least 10 individuals, including six staff members of United Capital and four senior officials from the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). The fire started in the inverter room and quickly spread, leading to casualties despite rescue efforts.

United Capital expressed deep sorrow over the loss of their colleagues and announced plans for a memorial service. FIRS also mourned the death of their officials and described it as a devastating loss for the organization.

The incident underscores the importance of fire safety measures in commercial buildings and the need for prompt emergency response to prevent such tragedies in the future.