A fire broke out at the Kwara State High Court Complex in Ilorin on Sunday night, destroying a courtroom and damaging valuable items.
The fire, which started around 8 p.m., was caused by a power surge, according to the Kwara State Fire Service.
Eyewitnesses reported that the fire affected Courtroom No. 10, destroying items like air conditioners, a plasma television, furniture, and important documents. Fortunately, the swift response of the State Fire Service helped to prevent the fire from spreading to other parts of the complex.
Hassan Adekunle, Head of Media and Publicity for the Kwara State Fire Service, confirmed the incident, saying, “Upon arrival at the scene, the fire had already engulfed Courtroom No. 10 and was poised to spread to adjacent courtrooms. The brave firemen immediately sprang into action, successfully containing the fire and saving the High Court from significant damage.”
Adekunle further explained that the fire started from a standing air conditioner due to a power surge in the Government Reserved Area where the court is located.
The Special Adviser to the State Governor on Special Duties, Alhaji AbdulRazaq Jiddah, and the Chief Judge of Kwara State, Justice Abiodun Adebara, visited the scene and praised the firefighters for their quick response. The Director of the State Fire Service, Falade John, urged the public to remain safety-conscious to prevent similar incidents.
