A fire outbreak on Adebayo Street in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State on Tuesday night destroyed several houses, shops, and offices,Daily Trust reports.
Residents told our correspondent that the fire started in the middle of the night while people were asleep.
Many buildings were severely damaged, leaving victims to count their losses. According to eyewitnesses, the fire originated from a communication mast before spreading to nearby houses and businesses.
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Imran Abdulrahman, one of the victims, described the devastation: “I live close to where the fire started, and my office was attached to one of the buildings that burned down. I looked through my window and saw the flames spreading rapidly. When I rushed downstairs, everything was already in ruins. A woman lost three million naira in cash—it’s heartbreaking.”
Another victim, Abdulrahman Onimisi, lamented his loss: “I am a carpenter, and I couldn’t save a single item from my workshop. Property worth millions of naira was destroyed. I have worked hard for years, but I lost everything in one night. I don’t even know what to say.”
The victims also expressed frustration over the lack of response from the owner of the communication mast, whom they believe should take responsibility.
They called on the company to take necessary steps to compensate those affected by the fire.
