A scene of a three-storey building destroyed by fire at 12b Ereko, Idumota, Lagos
Fire disasters wreak havoc across Nigeria, inflicting immense damage on lives and property. According
to recent statistics from the Nigerian Emergency Management Agency, fire incidents have surged,
with over 15,000 reported cases nationwide in the past year alone (NEMA). These disasters result in
tragic loss of lives, displacement of families, and destruction of homes, businesses, and valuable
assets.
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