A fire outbreak has gutted a Qur’anic school in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, prompting the evacuation of 142 students who were safely rescued from the scene.
Emergency responders and community members reportedly acted quickly to evacuate the students after the fire was detected. Authorities confirmed that all 142 students were accounted for and no casualties were recorded in the incident.
Fire service officials said efforts were immediately mobilised to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to nearby structures. The cause of the fire has not yet been officially determined, as investigations are ongoing to establish what triggered the outbreak.
Local residents expressed relief that students were evacuated without injury, commending the swift response of teachers, security personnel, and emergency teams who ensured the safety of those inside the facility.
Officials have called for improved fire safety measures in educational institutions, urging administrators to install preventive systems and conduct regular safety checks to reduce the risk of similar incidents in the future.
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