UBA Clarifies Broad Street Fire Incident, Confirms Staff and Customers Safe

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has confirmed a fire outbreak at a building on Broad Street, Lagos Island, which also houses one of its branches. The bank, however, clarified that its head office on Marina widely known as UBA House, was not affected by the incident, contrary to some reports circulating online.

In a statement, the bank assured that all staff, customers, and visitors present at the branch were safely evacuated. “We are aware of the fire incident at a building on Broad Street, Lagos Island, which incidentally houses one of our many branches in Lagos Island. As against reports on online and social media, the affected building is not UBA House, Marina, the Bank’s head office. We have ensured the safety and well-being of our branch staff, customers, and other visitors in the building,” the statement said.

While there were no injuries to UBA staff or customers, unverified accounts from passersby suggested that some casualties may have occurred within the building. Emergency services were on the ground late into the evening to contain the blaze and assess the full extent of damage.

The fire, which broke out in the busy commercial hub of Lagos Island, caused significant traffic disruptions as firefighters and security operatives cordoned off sections of Broad Street.

UBA said it is working closely with the relevant authorities as investigations continue, while reiterating its commitment to the safety of its people and the communities where it operates.