Neighbour’s Sallah cooking fire guts journalist’s home

A journalist's home in Bauchi has been partially destroyed by a fire that reportedly started from a neighbor's compound where meat was being fried for Sallah celebrations. Murtala Muhammad, a journalist with Radio Nigeria's Globe FM, recounted the harrowing experience that occurred shortly after the Eid-el-Kabir festivities.

The fire, which broke out on a Thursday night, a day after the major Islamic celebration, spread to Muhammad's three-bedroom apartment, causing significant damage. The incident highlights the potential dangers that can arise from celebratory activities, even as communities come together to mark important occasions.

Muhammad's account underscores the vulnerability of homes to accidental fires, particularly in densely populated areas. The loss, though partial, represents a significant setback for the journalist and his family, emphasizing the need for fire safety awareness and preparedness within communities.

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A journalist with Radio Nigeria’s Globe FM, Bauchi, Mr. Murtala Muhammad, has narrated how a fire that originated from a neighbouring compound where Sallah meat was being fried destroyed part of his three-bedroom apartment.