Kwara Fire Destroys Property, Newborn Rescued

A fire broke out in Ilorin, Kwara State, causing damage to three residential buildings and a vulcanising workshop. A vehicle was also destroyed during the incident, which occurred around Lawyer Lambo Street, Oloje Phase 2.

The Kwara State Fire Service spokesperson, Hassan Adekunle, confirmed that a newborn baby was among those rescued from the fire. The occupants of a self-contained apartment, who had recently welcomed the baby, were saved by the community.

Adekunle stated that three vehicles were parked at one of the four-bedroom flats when the fire started. The incident affected two four-bedroom flats, a self-contained apartment, and an adjoining travel and tours office.