Polaris Bank debunks reports of 34 deaths in Lagos branch fire

Polaris Bank has strongly refuted claims that more than 34 people died in a fire incident at its Broad Street branch car park in Lagos. The bank issued a statement clarifying that the fire, which originated from a customer's vehicle on the third floor, was swiftly contained.

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A fire incident occurred today at the car park of our Broad Street Branch, Lagos, originating from a customer’s vehicle parked on the 3rd-floor car park. The fire was swiftly contained following the activation of our emergency response procedures and the prompt intervention of firefighters. We confirm that there were no casualties or fatalities. Reports claiming that over 34 persons were feared dead are false and misleading. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.

According to the bank's management, emergency response procedures were immediately activated, and firefighters promptly brought the situation under control. Polaris Bank confirmed that there were no casualties or fatalities, describing the reports of deaths as false and misleading. Investigations into the cause of the incident are currently ongoing.

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Following the fire incident at the Car Park of our Broad Street Branch, Lagos, we are pleased to confirm that the situation was swiftly contained and, thankfully, there were no casualties or fatalities. We appreciate the prompt response of emergency services.

The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service also confirmed extinguishing the blaze, which started around 11:33 a.m. on the third floor of the 17-storey building. The fire involved a stationary saloon car, and the only damage recorded was to the vehicle and its immediate surroundings. The bank urged the public to rely on credible news platforms and official channels for accurate information and to disregard false reports circulating online.

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The only damage recorded was to the affected vehicle and its immediate surroundings. No casualties or injuries were reported.