Africa’s leading bank ,Access Bank PLC has confirmed the fire outbreak that took place at one of its branches located at Adetokunbo Ademola Branch (Victoria Island) at about 10am today.In a statement released by Amaechi Okobi the Group Head, Corporate Communications , the bank says it has started full investigation into what led to the fire outbreak
“Investigations have commenced to determine the immediate cause of the fire. Upon completion, the Bank will establish updated protocols to avoid a recurrence of similar incidents.
In line with our established safety protocols, all personnel (customers and staff) were immediately evacuated to safety. The fire has now been extinguished and there were no casualties recorded.
We appreciate the Federal Fire Service, Lagos State Fire Service, Eko Hotels & Suites, Lagos State Emergency Management Authority (LASEMA), Chevron Nigeria Ltd, United Bank for Africa (UBA) PLC and Union Bank PLC for their support to ensure the fire outbreak was adequately controlled.
While the spread has been contained, customers in the vicinity of the incident who have a need to access our physical branches are advised to visit nearby branches – Adeola Odeku, Muri Okunola and Ajose Adeogun. Alternatively, customers can make use of our digital channels – *901# and the AccessMore app.”
