President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sympathy to the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), the United Bank for Africa (UBA), and the management of Afriland Properties following recent fire incidents that gutted parts of their Lagos offices.
In a statement released on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, the President described the incidents as “deeply saddening,” noting that the losses suffered by the institutions go beyond physical assets, affecting staff, clients, and public confidence.
Tinubu commended the prompt response of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, security agencies, and emergency teams who helped contain the spread of the fire and minimize casualties. He also urged the management of the affected institutions to remain resilient in the face of the tragedy.
“The President extends his heartfelt condolences to the leadership and staff of the FIRS, UBA, and Afriland Properties. He prays for speedy recovery and continuity of operations as the nation stands with them in this difficult moment,” the statement read.
The President further emphasized the need for stricter safety standards and proactive fire prevention measures in public and private institutions, stressing that “such tragedies highlight the importance of vigilance, preparedness, and adherence to safety protocols.”
Meanwhile, investigations are ongoing to determine the exact causes of the fires, which broke out separately but within the same week in Lagos, raising concerns over the safety of high-rise office complexes in the state.
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