Fire breaks out in the Senate wing of Nigeria’s National Assembly in Abuja, causing panic as lawmakers respond and evacuate safely
A fire outbreak occurred on Wednesday in the Senate wing of the National Assembly complex in Abuja, causing panic among lawmakers and staff and triggering an emergency response within the legislative building.
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Senate wing fire National Assembly Abuja incident was captured in footage circulating on social media, including a video shared by Africa Independent Television, showing thick smoke billowing from an affected section of the complex.
The video also showed hazy conditions spreading through nearby areas, including what appeared to be a pantry or kitchen space where chairs were stacked, as smoke filled parts of the building.
Preliminary reports indicate that the fire broke out in a section of the Senate wing while lawmakers and staff were present within the premises.
Senators were reportedly involved in immediate efforts to contain the situation while others moved to safer areas within the National Assembly complex.
No casualties have been confirmed at the time of filing this report, and there is no indication of injuries among those present during the incident.
Emergency response measures were quickly activated, with evacuation procedures believed to have been followed as a precaution while efforts to extinguish the fire continued.
Authorities are expected to provide further clarification on the cause of the fire and the extent of damage to the affected area.
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The incident has raised fresh concerns over safety protocols within one of Nigeria’s most important government institutions, though full details remain under investigation.
Mariam Balogun is a contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, business, and public affairs.
