Fire at Nyanya First Bank Branch Spreads to Nearby Buildings

A fire has broken out at a First Bank branch in the Nyanya area of Abuja, with reports indicating that the blaze spread to nearby buildings.

The incident occurred along the Abuja-Keffi Road corridor, where thick smoke was seen rising from the affected building.

Videos circulating on social media showed flames and heavy smoke coming from the structure, while some bystanders reportedly attempted to put out the fire using buckets of water.

There were also reports that the response from fire service personnel was delayed during the early stages of the incident.

The cause of the fire had not been established at the time of reporting. There was also no confirmed information on casualties or the full extent of damage to the bank and surrounding properties.

The incident raised concerns about the potential impact on nearby buildings and traffic along the busy Abuja-Keffi Road corridor.

Residents and commuters in the Nyanya, Mararaba and Karu areas were advised to exercise caution while the situation was being assessed.

Further details, including the cause of the fire, the extent of property damage and the response of emergency agencies, were still awaited.