Emmanuel lkpeama
Ikeja Local Government Chairman, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), has visited the scene of a recent fire outbreak in Computer Village, Ikeja, to commiserate with affected business owners.
The fire, caused by a high-voltage electricity surge, destroyed goods worth millions of naira.
Prompt intervention by officials of the Lagos State Fire Service and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) ensured that the fire was quickly brought under control, preventing it from spreading to the ground floor of the storey building and adjoining structures.
AKOD who visited the site expressed deep sympathy to the affected traders and business owners, while praising the swift response of LASEMA and the Lagos State Fire Service, and assured traders of the Local Government’s support.
He emphasized the importance of electrical safety precautions to prevent future incidents particularly in handling electrical installations, in order to prevent future occurrences.
Investigator news reports that the Chairman was accompanied by the Council Manager, Mrs. Taiwo Odubeko; the Head of Procurement; and the Chief of Staff to the Chairman, Chief Adeniyi Adeyi.
In their remarks, business owners within the affected building and surrounding areas appreciated the Chairman for his prompt visit and show of concern. They also used the opportunity to commend his administration for its ongoing developmental efforts across Ikeja Local Government.
