A fire broke out at Radio Nigeria's office in Lagos on Wednesday evening, triggering emergency responses. The fire, which affected the studio section, has been contained with no casualties reported. Investigations into the cause are ongoing, with firefighting efforts still underway to assess the damage.
A fire broke out late Wednesday evening at the Radio Nigeria office located on Ikoyi Road, Lagos, sparking concerns and prompting an urgent response from local emergency services. The fire reportedly started around 5:30 PM, with the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service receiving the first distress call at that time. Firefighters from Dolphin, Ebute Elefun, and Oba Onitolo Fire Stations rushed to the scene to control the flames, which had spread to the studio section of the building.
Margaret Adeseye, Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, confirmed that no casualties had been reported so far. She assured the public that efforts, including support from the Federal Fire Service, Nigerian Police, and other emergency responders, had managed to contain the blaze, confining it to the studio area of the one-story U-shaped building.
While the exact cause of the fire remains unknown, investigations are ongoing. Firefighters are continuing their work to fully extinguish the fire and assess the extent of the damage. The public has been reassured that the situation is under control, with the fire no longer posing a threat to other parts of the building.
Authorities will provide further updates as investigations progress. In the meantime, residents of the area have been advised to avoid the premises to allow emergency responders to complete their operations.
