Fire Guts Section of FIRS Office in Abuja, No Casualties Recorded

Festus Akanbi

A fire outbreak yesterday partially gutted one of the offices of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) in Abuja, causing damage to several offices but leaving no casualties.

The incident occurred in the early hours of December 20, 2025, at the FIRS office located at No. 15 Sokode Crescent, Wuse Zone 5, where the fire reportedly started on the fourth floor of the multi-storey building.

According to a statement from the Technical Assistant in charge of Print Media to the FIRS Chairman, Sikiru Akinola, the fire was first noticed by on-duty security personnel, who immediately raised the alarm and activated internal emergency response procedures.

Their prompt action, coupled with the swift intervention of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Fire Service and other emergency responders, ensured that the blaze was quickly contained and prevented from spreading to different floors of the building.

Although no lives were lost in the incident, FIRS confirmed that several offices on the affected floor sustained varying degrees of damage.

At the same time, adjoining sections of the building were protected from the fire.

Preliminary assessments indicate a possible electrical fault as the cause of the fire, though the Service said a comprehensive investigation has commenced to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident.

In the meantime, FIRS disclosed that it is reviewing and strengthening its internal safety, electrical, and fire-prevention protocols to mitigate against future occurrences.

The service expressed gratitude to the emergency responders for their swift and professional response. It reassured staff and the general public that the incident would not disrupt its core operations or service delivery.