A two-storey residential building in Ebute-Metta, Lagos, was gutted by fire on Sunday, according to Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, LASEMA’s Permanent Secretary.

The incident occurred at No. 14 Okobaba Street, off Ibadan Street.

The LASEMA Response Team responded to a distress call and arrived at the scene to find the building engulfed in flames. Further investigation revealed that the fire started in a flat on the top floor.

Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were recorded due to the swift intervention of emergency responders. The fire affected several units in the building, including a two-bedroom flat and a single room.

The fire has been subdued, and dampening down operations are ongoing, Oke-Osanyintolu stated. He praised the quick response of the LRT, LASEMA Fire Unit, and other agencies.

– Viral video shows woman flogging another lady in hotel room

– Commissioner orders immediate arrest and investigation

– Victim receiving medical attention in Calabar hospital

The Commissioner of Police in Cross River State, Augustine Grimah, has ordered the arrest of a woman seen in a viral video flogging another lady.

The incident sparked outrage online, involving severe physical assault and trauma. Grimah reacted swiftly to the disturbing footage.

The police command wishes to address the recent viral video circulating on social media, said SP Irene Ugbo. The video depicts a girl, identified as Miss Queen, being subjected to physical assault by a group of girls. The perpetrator will be brought to justice, Ugbo added.

Grimah called for vigilance from players in the hospitality industry, urging proactive measures to profile guests. The commissioner promised to make the outcome of investigations known to the public. “We remain committed to ensuring safety and security,” Grimah said.