Fire Outbreak In Nigeria

NEMA has confirmed that the number of casualties from an explosion that rocked Mobolaji Bank Anthony, Ikeja area in Lagos on Thursday, June 17, has risen to 5.

An explosion from a gas tanker along Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way, Lagos on Thursday, June 17, injured many, burnt vehicles, and even affected some structures.

The federal government through the Federal Fire Service has made a move to acquire 15 modern fire fighting trucks to support accident rescue missions in Nigeria

As a way of addressing and curbing the incessant fire disasters in the country, the Federal Fire Service (FFS) has acquired 20 ambulances and 7 fire trucks.

Experts have noted that insurance, proper planning, and a central electricity generation system are very important steps in curbing market fires in Nigeria.

The Grow Nigerian Conversation says it is bringing together experts to address the disturbing spate of market fires and its attendant toll on ordinary people.