How Midnight Fire Razes Sokoto NLC Office

Amidnight fire outbreak at the state secretariat of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Sokoto State has consumed properties and documents.

It was gathered that the fire started around 3 a.m., destroying the office and other properties in the building.

Eereporter.com
The NLC state secretary, Hamisu Hussaini, said the fire was likely caused by an electrical fault, describing the damage as extensive, with no item recovered from the razed building.

“The inferno consumed office equipment, including computers, printers, refrigerators, televisions and furniture, as well as vital documents spanning over 30 years,” he said.

Fire Outbreak 🔥

Mr Hussaini added that the watchman on duty was unable to contain the fire as it spread rapidly through the building.

The firefighters were said to arrive at the scene late but eventually brought the blaze under control.

Terrorists Kill Many Of Adamawa Residents In Gombi Attack

Many of residents were killed after terrorists invaded Guyaku and Telabala communities in Gombi LGA of Adamawa on Sunday.

The attack followed a violent raid on Mayo Ladde in the Hong local council.

Governor Umaru Fintiri, who visited the scene on Monday to assess the situation, described the attack as heartbreaking.

“My heart breaks for the people of Guyaku in Gombi LGA. Today, I stood on the ground where our brothers and sisters were cruelly taken from us. This act of cowardice is an affront to our humanity and will not go unpunished,” said the Adamawa governor.

While commiserating with victims of the attack, Mr Fintiri assured residents that the government and security agencies were on top of the situation and would ensure their protection.

Eereporter.com
“To the bereaved families: Adamawa mourns with you. To the attackers: justice is coming. We are intensifying security operations immediately to restore peace and ensure every resident feels safe in their home again. We will rebuild, and we will remain resilient,” he stated.

Terrorists Attack

Meanwhile, the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant has claimed responsibility for the killings.

A report by Reuters stated that the terrorist organisation confirmed attacking the communities in a statement on Telegram on Monday.

Navy’s Prompt Response Prevents Major Disaster As Fire Out At Kirikiri Correctional Service Quarters

The Nigerian Navy successfully contained a major fire outbreak at the Nigerian Correctional Service Quarters, Kirikiri, Apapa, Lagos State, preventing further destruction and safeguarding lives.

The incident occurred at about 11:00 p.m. on 22 April 2026, when a fire broke out in a residential building within the quarters. Preliminary reports indicate that the fire may have started following the explosion of a gas cylinder, leading the fire to spread rapidly to an adjacent building.

Responding with urgency, personnel from Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) WEY, in collaboration with the Naval Ordnance Depot (NOD), swiftly deployed two fire trucks to the scene. Through a coordinated rapid firefighting effort, the naval team contained the blaze and prevented it from spreading further before the arrival of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service.

Fire outbreak

Although two buildings in the vicinity got burnt and properties were lost, no casualties were recorded as of the time of this report.

Eereporter
The Nigerian Navy commends the professionalism, courage, and rapid response of its personnel, whose timely intervention averted what could have escalated into a wider disaster. This incident underscores the importance of fire safety awareness and strict adherence to preventive measures.

The Nigerian Navy remains steadfast in its commitment to providing aid to civil authorities, making its logistical capacity available for emergency response operations wherever called upon to safeguard lives and property.