The Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) and China-Africa Investment FZC, managers of the Ogun Free Trade Zone in Igbesa, Ogun State, have clarified that the fire incident which occurred on Sunday was not caused by a gas explosion and did not affect any residential areas.
In a statement signed by Mr. Steve Makanjuola on Monday, the management confirmed that the fire broke out at Good Mattress FZE, one of the enterprises operating within the zone. They stressed that no casualties were recorded and investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing.
“This timely intervention successfully prevented the fire from spreading to adjoining enterprises. There were no casualties recorded, and the incident was effectively de-escalated before it could pose any wider risk,” the statement read.
The management explained that the blaze was contained through the swift response of the zone’s internal fire service team, working in collaboration with the Ogun State Fire Service and private companies.
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Contrary to reports circulating online that the fire was triggered by a gas explosion, the management insisted: “The incident did not extend to any residential areas, nor was it a gas explosion. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, and verified findings will be communicated through official channels in due course.”
They reiterated that operations within the free trade zone adhere strictly to legal, safety, and regulatory standards, while appreciating the support of government agencies, host communities, and private partners during the emergency.
The zone also urged the media to verify information before publication, warning against the spread of misinformation. “We remain committed to upholding the highest standards of safety and operational integrity across all enterprises and assure the public that the situation is fully under control,” the statement concluded.
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