The Digest:
The toll from the fire that gutted the 25-storey Great Nigeria (GNI) Building in Lagos Island has risen to five, while a separate fire has destroyed a section of the Arena Market in Oshodi.
Key Points:
- Two more bodies were recovered on Sunday from the rubble of the GNI Building, bringing the death toll to five.
- The fire, which started on December 25, caused a section of the plaza to collapse, trapping numerous traders and customers.
- At least 20 individuals are still believed to be missing under the debris, with families providing names and photos of loved ones.
- In a separate incident on Monday, a fire gutted 10 container shops at the Arena Market in Bolade, Oshodi.
- The Lagos State Fire Service contained the Oshodi blaze, which involved bales of clothing materials.
- The Shitta-Bey family, owners of the GNI Building, expressed deep sorrow and assured the public that the structure was adequately insured.
- Emergency responders continue search-and-rescue operations at the GNI site amid growing anxiety from families.
Sources: Punch Newspapers, PM News
