A fire incident has reportedly gutted part of Leventis Plaza in Abuja, affecting a tailoring workshop located on the first floor of the commercial complex.
According to the Federal Fire Service, an electrical surge is thought to have started the incident.
Firefighters were able to quickly confine the fire, preventing it from spreading from Leventis Plaza to other areas and establishments like Grand Square, The Palm Hotels, and Frazier’s Suites, according to a statement released on Sunday by Paul Abraham, the service spokesperson.
“The Federal Fire Service successfully responded to a fire incident at Leventis Plaza, affecting a tailoring workshop on the first floor. The fire, suspected to have been caused by an electrical surge, was contained promptly, preventing its spread to the wider plaza and neighbouring commercial structures, including Grand Square, The Palm Hotels, and Frazier’s Suites.
“Upon receiving the emergency call, the FFS Control Room immediately dispatched the Special Unit firefighters from the National Headquarters.
“The crew, led by SF Adoko, arrived at the scene within five minutes and took swift action to contain the blaze”, the statement partly read.
Abraham stated that out of an estimated ₦1 billion, property worth approximately ₦900 million was preserved as a result of the response.
“Firefighters carried out firefighting operations, salvage, and overhaul procedures, followed by a thorough inspection of the affected area. Their timely intervention resulted in the protection of property valued at approximately 900,000,000 Naira out of an estimated 1,000,000,000 Naira prior to the incident.
“The Federal Fire Service reiterates its commitment to ensuring public safety and protecting lives and property across the nation. Citizens are also urged to exercise caution with electrical installations to prevent similar incidents, ” he said.
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