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GNI Building F+re Outbreak: 8 d+ad, 13 rescued as Gov. Sanwo-Olu declares area of incident unsafe

GNI Building F+re Outbreak: 8 d+ad, 13 rescued as Gov. Sanyo-Olu declares area of incident unsafe

GNI Building F+re Outbreak: 8 d+ad, 13 rescued as Gov. Sanyo-Olu declares area of incident unsafe

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has revisited the site of the Great Nigeria Insurance building f+re that occurred on December 24, 2025.

He expressed condolences to the families of the victims and those affected by the tragedy.

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The governor confirmed that eight people have d+ed, with 13 others rescued so far. He also announced the establishment of an information centre at the site to assist affected persons.

Declaring the area unsafe, Sanwo-Olu ordered the continued closure of nearby markets and said the damaged building would be demolished following thorough safety assessments.

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Search operations by first responders are ongoing.

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