FIRE erupts in Alaba and Son’s Electronic Market, Friday 12th January, 2024. The electronic market which is located opposite Central Primary School, Ubiaja, Edo State is yet to ascertain the amount of damage. However, Ubiaja Firefighters swiftly responded.
The cause of the devastating incident is unknown, although significant losses were recorded.
Eyewitnesses reported chaotic scenes as shop owner and residents rushed to salvage their belongings amid the rapidly spreading inferno.
Special thanks are extended to the Ubiaja Fire Service, whose prompt and efficient response played a crucial role in mitigating the extent of the damage. The fire service personnels displayed commendable professionalism in their efforts to control and extinguish the blaze.
The Ubiaja Fire Service Station, a project initiated, facilitated, commissioned and donated by Honorable Sergius Oseasoche Ogun during his tenure as a member in the House of Representatives, proved instrumental in the firefighting operation. The well-equipped station facilitated the timely and coordinated response that helped prevent further escalation of the disaster. Hence, praises and prayers were rendered for the Gubernatorial Aspirant of Edo State under the platform of Labour Party.
While the efforts of the fire service were lauded, the incident still resulted in substantial damages to Alaba and Son’s Electronic Market. The Shop owner Robert Godstime is now left grappling with the aftermath, counting his losses and assessing the extent of the destruction.
Authorities are conducting investigations to determine the cause of the fire, and the affected shop owner is urged to cooperate with the relevant agencies during this process.
The local community is rallying together to show support to the shop owner by emphasizing the need for solidarity during these challenging times. As the community begins the process of rebuilding, the commendable response of the Ubiaja Fire Service serves as a testament to the importance of well-equipped emergency services in safeguarding lives and Properties.
