Polaris Bank has dismissed reports claiming that more than 34 people died in Thursday’s fire incident at its Broad Street branch on Lagos Island, describing the reports as false and misleading.
In a statement issued by its management on Thursday, the bank clarified that the fire originated from a customer’s vehicle parked on the third floor of the building’s car park and was swiftly contained.
According to the bank, emergency response procedures were immediately activated, while firefighters quickly brought the situation under control.
“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.
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