A branch of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) on Lagos Island was on Tuesday engulfed by fire, sparking panic among staff, customers, and passersby.
Videos circulating on social media showed flames and thick smoke rising from the building as onlookers watched in shock. Eyewitnesses say the incident began in the morning hours, disrupting banking operations in the area.
The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has since mobilized its officers to the scene in an effort to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to nearby structures. As of press time, no casualties have been reported.
While the cause of the fire is yet to be officially confirmed, preliminary accounts suggest that it may have been triggered by an electrical fault. Authorities have assured that a full investigation will be carried out.
UBA management is expected to release a statement in the coming hours, addressing the situation and providing guidance for customers affected by the disruption.
This incident adds to the growing list of fire outbreaks in commercial areas across Lagos, raising renewed concerns about fire safety compliance in public and corporate buildings.
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