41-year-old man dies in Kwara fire incident

Monday, December 09, 2024 - A 41-year-old man identified as AbdulFatai has d!ed in a fire incident in Ilorin, the Kwara state capital. 

The incident occurred in the early hours of Monday, December 9, 2024 at No. 158, Ile Alaparun Isale, Alore area of Ilorin.

The Head of Media and Publicity of the Kwara State Fire Service, Hassan Hakeem Adekunle, who confirmed the incident said the deceased had visited his friend on Sunday but was unable to escape the fire that broke out due to intense smoke which rendered him unconscious. 

According to the spokesperson, the fire was reportedly caused by caused by spontaneous ignition in a room containing combustible materials, including petrol, batteries, and a tire inflator engine.

“On Monday, December 9, 2024, at 02:07 hours, the Kwara State Fire Service promptly responded to a distress call reporting a fire outbreak at No. 158, Ile Alaparun Isale, Alore, Ilorin, Kwara State,” the statement read. 

"A fire truck and its crew swiftly arrived at the scene to combat the blaze at a dwelling of about 35 rooms. Upon arrival, the fire had already engulfed some rooms, but the determined firefighters worked diligently to contain and extinguish the fire, preventing its spread to other areas. Ultimately, five rooms were affected, while 30 rooms were successfully saved.

"Tragically, the fire claimed the life of a 41-year-old man, identified as AbdulFatai from Ile Alate, Abayawo. He had come to spend the night at a friend’s residence but was unable to escape due to intense smoke, which rendered him unconscious. His body was handed over to his family after the firefighting operation.

"Preliminary investigations revealed that the fire was caused by spontaneous ignition in a room storing combustible materials, including petrol, batteries, and a tire inflator engine.

"The Director of the Kwara State Fire Service, Prince Falade John, extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased and the Magaji of Ile Alaparun. 

“He also emphasized the critical importance of adhering to safety precautions to prevent fire hazards.”