By Parrot Newspaper 
Fire Guts Ago Medical Centre in Lagos
Lagos, March 1, 2025 – A midnight fire broke out at Ago Medical Centre, located on Ago Palace Way, Okota, Lagos, destroying a section of the hospital building.
The fire, which started around 8:30 p.m. on Friday, sent patients, nurses, and doctors scrambling for safety.
According to the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), the fire was caused by an electrical surge when power was restored. Emergency responders, including LASEMA’s Eagle Response Team and the LRU Fire Unit, arrived at the scene by 8:45 p.m. and managed to contain the blaze before it spread to nearby structures.
Dr. Olufemi Damilola Oke-Osanyintolu, Permanent Secretary of LASEMA, confirmed that there were no casualties or injuries.
Authorities have advised residents to exercise caution with electrical connections to prevent similar incidents.