Fire At Rivers State Secretariat: Investigation Reveals Startling Details Behind Blaze

The Rivers State government has confirmed that an electrical fault sparked the fire that engulfed part of its secretariat on Monday.

Dr. (Mrs.) Inyingi Brown, Head of Service, told reporters that no lives were lost in the incident. However, she revealed that property worth millions of naira was destroyed on the ground floor of the Podium Block.

Speaking to journalists, Dr. Brown commended the firefighters for their swift response, which prevented the blaze from causing further damage. She also lauded Governor Siminalayi Fubara for his proactive efforts in rehabilitating the state’s fire service stations.

She said, “Other partners, including the Federal Fire Service and the military, also deployed fire trucks. It was a combined effort, and the fire has been contained. We are grateful to God that no lives were lost and no medical emergencies occurred. From preliminary reports, the fire was caused by an electrical fault.”

Dr. Brown urged civil servants to take responsibility by ensuring all electrical appliances are switched off before leaving their offices.

Earlier reports indicated that the fire affected the section of the complex housing the Rivers State Pension Board.