Fire guts 22-storey building in Lagos

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A major fire outbreak has gutted the 22-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House on Martins Street in the heart of Lagos Island, prompting a large-scale response.

On December 24, 2025, a major fire outbreak was reported at the 22-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House located on Martins Street in the heart of Lagos Island, Nigeria's commercial hub. The blaze gutted the high-rise structure, leading to a large-scale emergency response. Initial reports do not detail the cause of the fire or any casualties. This incident occurred in densely populated Lagos, where fire safety measures are often tested by the city's rapid urban growth and aging infrastructure.

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