Fire at customs officer's home in Ede kills family of six, saves N500m in assets.

A fire broke out early Monday morning in Ede, Osun State, at the home of Customs officer Tijani Kabiru, leading to the deaths of Kabiru, his wife, and four children. The only survivor was a 13-year-old boy. Though firefighters responded promptly, the house had sustained significant damage. The fire's origin is unclear but may have started from a solar panel. About N200 million was lost, but N500 million worth of property was saved. The deceased's remains were handed over to the police.

December 02, 2024
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