Polaris Bank has dismissed social media reports claiming that more than 34 persons died in Thursday’s fire incident at its Broad Street Branch in Lagos.
The bank, in a statement, , described the reports as false and misleading.
The statement assured that no lives were lost in the incident, which, it said, originated from a customer’s vehicle parked on the third-floor car park of the building.
According to the bank, emergency response procedures were immediately activated, while firefighters and other emergency responders swiftly moved in to contain the blaze.
“We are pleased to confirm that there were no casualties or fatalities.
“Consequently, reports circulating on social media claiming that over 34 persons were feared dead are false and entirely inaccurate,” the statement said.
The clarification came as the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service (LSFRS) provided details of the incident, confirming that the fire had been successfully extinguished without any loss of life.
“The only damage recorded was to the affected vehicle and its immediate surroundings. No casualties or injuries were reported,” Adeseye said.
The fire chief commended the emergency teams for their swift response and professionalism, noting that their efforts helped minimise damage and guarantee public safety.