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The Digest:

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has ordered the demolition of the 25-storey Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) building on Lagos Island, which was gutted by a massive fire on Christmas Eve.

Key Points:
  • The governor announced the decision during an inspection of the scene on Thursday.
  • More than 10 buildings were affected by the blaze that started in the GNI high-rise.
  • A committee led by the Commissioner for Special Duties will oversee the demolition.
  • Sanwo-Olu confirmed no fatalities, but seven people were hospitalized with injuries.
  • He urged residents to be safety-conscious during the dry season.
  • All first responders remain on-site to prevent reignition and manage the aftermath.
  • Major streets remain cordoned off, and business activities in the area are suspended.
This move signals a shift from emergency response to structural reckoning, tearing down a charred landmark to rebuild safety and public confidence in a densely packed commercial heartland.

Sources: Channels Television

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