The Federal Fire Service (FFS), Gombe State Command, has prevented property worth an estimated N20 million from being destroyed in a fire at the staff quarters of the Gombe Media Corporation.
The fire broke out on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in a residential building within the staff quarters.
According to a statement by the FFS Gombe Public Relations Officer, ASF Muazu-Bashir Musa, the command received a distress call at 4:06pm and dispatched a 215 Multipurpose Water Tender from the ATM Fire Operation Base.
The fire truck left the base at 4:10pm and arrived at the scene at 4:25pm, where firefighters immediately began efforts to contain the blaze.
The fire was suspected to have been caused by an electrical fault. Firefighters eventually brought it under control and prevented it from spreading to other buildings.
The FFS said property worth about N6 million was destroyed, while assets estimated at N20 million were saved. No casualty was recorded.
The operation was led by DSF Ali Kidams, with IF Adamu Babayo as the driver, alongside other firefighters. Personnel from the FFS 256 Mega Park Fire Station, Gombe State Fire Service and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps also participated.
Firefighters inspected the premises after extinguishing the blaze and confirmed that there was no further danger before leaving the scene at 5:28pm.
The FFS commended those who promptly reported the incident and urged residents to report fires immediately. It also advised residents to have electrical installations regularly inspected and maintained by qualified professionals.
