A fire outbreak on Wednesday caused panic at the National Assembly complex after flames were reported in the Senate wing of the building.
The incident reportedly occurred at Hearing Room 107 in the Senate wing, sparking concern among lawmakers, staff, and visitors within the complex.
A video circulating online showed a brief commotion as individuals at the scene rushed to contain the fire using fire extinguishers. The incident reportedly disrupted activities momentarily before the situation was brought under control.
The fire broke out shortly after the Senate Committee on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) concluded the screening of Dr. Zainab Marwa, the nominee representing the North-East on the commission’s board.
As of the time of filing this report, no injuries or casualties had been recorded. Normal activities at the National Assembly were said to have resumed immediately after the fire was extinguished.
According to TVC, the fire may have been triggered by a microwave left switched on in a kitchen area within the facility.
In the aftermath of the incident, journalists covering proceedings at the National Assembly were reportedly directed by committee officials to delete photographs and video recordings captured during the fire outbreak.
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