By Our Reporter
Afriland Properties plc regrets to inform that a fire incident occurred on Tuesday, September 1,6, 2025, at Afriland Towers, our headquarters, located on Broad Street, Lagos Island, Lagos. That much was confirmed by Chukwunonso Okafor,Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications, Afriland Properties plc.
hE noted that from the moment the incident was reported, the Federal Fire Service, Lagos State Fire Service and other emergency services were promptly alerted and, on the scene, to contain the fire and coordinate rescue efforts. Their swift intervention was instrumental in mitigating further damage and managing the situation.
‘’We are deeply saddened by this incident. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those impacted, and we extend our heartfelt sympathies to their families and loved ones’’, he remarked.
While an immediate investigation has commenced, initial reports indicate, that the incident began in the inverter room, and, regrettably, smoke spread quickly through the building, including the emergency exits even as standard safety protocols were being observed during the evacuation.
Given an insider information, the afriland properties plc, spokesperson disclosed that the company is currently working closely with the relevant authorities even as more information emerges. We sincerely appreciate the heroic efforts of the emergency responders, first aid workers, and members of the public who assisted with the incident today.
He may have gladdened the heart of Nigerians who are interested in the Afriland Properties plc, fire incident when he declared that the Property Company will continue’’ to provide timely updates as verified information becomes available’’.
