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The Kwara State Fire Service on Saturday prevented a major disaster by saving nine units of two-bedroom flats and ten shops from destruction during a fire outbreak in Ganmo, Ifelodun Local Government Area of the state.
The affected flats, located at God First Plaza, opposite the Transmission Company of Nigeria, along Ogbondoroko Road, Ganmo, were engulfed by fire in the early hours of the day.
According to the Fire Service, the fire was caused by a power surge that originated from one of the ten flats in the building.
It was further gathered that combustible materials, including mattresses and planks, inside the affected flat intensified the fire.
No lives were lost in the incident. The ten shops, which include cosmetics stores, were also saved through the swift response of the firemen, who succeeded in preventing the fire from spreading to other parts of the building.
In a statement signed by Hassan Adekunle, a Principal Fire Officer and Head of Media and Publicity on behalf of the Director of the Kwara State Fire Service, details of the incident were provided.“On Saturday, 21st June 2025, at about 06:20 hours, the Kwara State Fire Service received a distress call reporting a fire outbreak at God First Plaza, opposite TCN, Ogbondoroko Road, Ganmo, Ifelodun Local Government Area, Kwara State.
“The fire crew promptly responded and arrived at the scene to find a one-storey building housing 10 units of two-bedroom flats and 10 shops engulfed in flames.
“Undeterred, the firemen immediately swung into action, demonstrating exceptional professionalism and expertise. Their swift intervention successfully curtailed the fire, preventing it from spreading to adjacent structures.
“During the firefighting operation, a loud explosion from shattering glass startled occupants, causing them to flee the scene. Thankfully, no injuries were recorded, and all fire officers remained unharmed. Due to the firemen’s courageous efforts, only one flat was affected by the outbreak.
“Preliminary investigation revealed that the fire was triggered by a power surge. The affected flat contained numerous combustible materials, which contributed to the rapid escalation of the flames,” the statement said.
Adekunle further stated that: “The Director of the Kwara State Fire Service, Prince Falade Olumuyiwa, sympathized with those affected and urged the public to strictly observe fire safety precautions to prevent future occurrences.”
