The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a minor fire incident at its Makurdi Branch at about 7.00 a.m on Thursday, April 21, 2022.
The incident was swiftly checked moments after it was detected,the apex bank said in a statement
It added that the prompt response of the bank’s security and facility management units as well as support from the Benue State Fire Service helped to fight the fire and prevented any damage the fire might have caused to the main office building.
Reports said that the fire started from the fuel dump behind the branch building sending smoke into the atmosphere.
Osita Nwanisobi, Director, Corporate Communications (CBN), said there were no fatalities and the affected site has since been cordoned off for further investigation. Normal work has also continued at the branch.
He added:“We hereby assure the general public that the minor fire that occurred has been effectively put out and no damage was done to the Makurdi branch of the bank.”