By Pius Awunah
A morning blaze has razed the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) office located at No. 15 Sokode Crescent, Wuse Zone 5, Abuja.
The incident which occurred on Saturday, December 20,2025, started on the fourth floor of the building but was swiftly brought under control by the security personnel on duty with the support from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Fire Service and other emergency responders.
A statement signed by Sikiru Akinola, Technical Assistant (Print Media) to the Executive Chairman of FIRS, disclosed that no lives were lost, though some offices on the affected floor damaged.
“We are grateful to report that no lives were lost in the incident. However, a number of offices on the affected floor sustained damage,” the statement revealed.
The FIRS commended the prompt response of emergency teams, noting that their intervention prevented the fire from spreading to other parts of the building.
“The fire was promptly responded to by our security personnel on duty, and with the swift support of the FCT Fire Service and other emergency responders, it was successfully contained,” the statement added.
An investigation into the cause of the fire has commenced with initial findings suggesting a possible electrical fault.
“Preliminary assessments point to a possible electrical fault as the cause of the fire,” the agency said, adding that a full investigation is ongoing.
FIRS also assured the public that measures are being taken to strengthen safety within its facilities.
“In the meantime, all internal safety protocols are being thoroughly reviewed and strengthened to mitigate against future occurrences,” the statement assured.
