Fire guts filling station in Abuja

A significant fire erupted at the AYM Shafa filling station in the Area 3 district of Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, on Thursday night. The blaze began around 10 p.m. and continued to rage as of the time of this report.

Emergency responders from the Federal Fire Service were immediately deployed to the scene. Paul Abraham, the National Public Relations Officer for the Federal Fire Service, confirmed that personnel were actively working to contain the fire and prevent its escalation to nearby buildings and facilities.

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Our firefighters are currently on the ground, working tirelessly and professionally to confine the fire, prevent its spread, and bring the situation under control as quickly and safely as possible.

The exact cause of the fire outbreak has not yet been determined. However, firefighters are diligently working to bring the situation under control. Abraham expressed empathy for those affected by the incident and assured residents that all efforts were being made to manage the blaze effectively.

Authorities are urging the public to remain calm and to avoid the area to allow emergency services to operate without obstruction. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes to mitigate traffic congestion around the affected district. The Federal Fire Service has pledged to provide further verified information as it becomes available.

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Members of the public are strongly advised to remain calm and avoid panic. We also urge residents and onlookers to stay away from the scene and allow emergency responders sufficient space to carry out their operations without obstruction.