A dramatic scene unfolded on Lagos Island as staff of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) were seen jumping from a storey building in a desperate attempt to escape a raging fire.
Though the cause of the fire remains unclear at the time of reporting, emergency responders were said to have arrived at the scene to contain the situation.
The trending video has sparked widespread reactions, with many praising the staff’s bravery while expressing concern over their safety.
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@Linzsolutions11 : When people say zoo country, it will seem they ain’t patriotic. 🤦🏽♀.
@Oyoro4 : So he prefers jumping from there to the floor than waiting for firefighters 🤦♂️.
@MAgbogidi : What happened to this? Are you telling me that the fire service does not have, and cannot even afford, something as essential as a ladder crane? This is basic equipment that saves lives in emergencies. Without it, how are they expected to rescue people trapped in high-rise buildings or tackle fires above ground level? It’s unbelievable that in this day and age, such a critical tool is still missing.
@Bookunmie7: I’ve seen them use this before in Lagos, I’m not sure the fire service are even there yet. I think it’s just average citizens trying to help out. We still have a long way to go in Nigeria when it comes to responding to emergencies.
@I_Aduroja: Calamities are left to ‘probability’ rather than “in case of” just like floods are left to “dry season would soon come”. Lord, may I never be a victim in this country including my loved ones in Jesus name until this nonchalance be overpast.
@DaakyeHendrix: So called Giants of Africa always fighting over unnecessary things like Afrobeat and Amapiano but citizens can’t call leaders to order I pour your leaders spit.
@Foreigner_2000: My guy just forget Nigeria is a messed up society