Fire Guts Two Factories in Kwara, Millions Lost in Damages!

Fire Guts Two Factories in Kwara, Millions Lost in Damages!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

Two separate fire outbreaks have razed a food production plant and a printing facility in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, causing damages worth millions of naira. The incidents, which occurred on Friday night and early Saturday morning, have left workers and owners counting losses.

According to eyewitnesses, the first fire broke out at a flour processing plant in the Asa Dam Industrial Area, while the second incident affected a printing press in the Tanke area.

“We arrived to see everything in flames. Machines, raw materials, finished goods—gone,” said an employee of the food company.

Key Details:

• The State Fire Service confirmed both incidents, citing electrical faults and overheating machinery as likely causes.
• No casualties were reported, but properties and goods worth an estimated N150 million were destroyed.
• Firefighters were able to prevent the flames from spreading to nearby buildings after hours of effort.

Why It Matters:

• The back-to-back industrial fires raise concerns about poor fire safety compliance in small and medium-scale enterprises.
• Kwara’s growing industrial base could face setbacks if preventive measures are not enforced.
• The incidents highlight the need for regular inspections and staff training on fire response.

What to Watch:

• Investigations by the Kwara State Fire Service and potential sanctions on safety violations.
• Government or insurance support for affected businesses.
• New safety policies or enforcement measures from the Ministry of Industry and Solid Minerals Development.

Citations:

1. Daily Trust – “Factories razed by fire in Ilorin” (Nov. 2025)
2. Punch Nigeria – “Kwara industrial fire destroys millions in goods”
3. Kwara State Fire Service – Official Incident Report (Nov. 2025)

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Editor-in-Chief of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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