Fire Service contains vehicle fire at Ita-Amadu Junction in Ilorin

The Kwara State Fire Service has contained a vehicle fire involving a Toyota Hilux at Ita-Amadu Junction, Taiwo Area of Ilorin.

The incident occurred on Saturday, November 7, 2026, while the vehicle, with registration number LAF 154 AE, was reportedly in motion.

In a statement signed by the service’s Public Relations Officer, PFO Hassan Hakeem Adekunle, firefighters received a distress call at 10:44am and arrived at the scene two minutes later.

The statement said the fire affected the engine compartment and bonnet of the vehicle.

According to the service, members of the public who noticed the fire while the vehicle was moving alerted the driver, helped him stop the vehicle and contacted the fire service.

It added that firefighters swiftly commenced operations and successfully contained the fire, preventing further damage to the vehicle.

The Chief Fire Officer, CFS Alabi Muhammed, commended members of the public for their alertness and prompt intervention, noting that their actions helped prevent the incident from escalating.

He urged motorists to ensure regular maintenance and inspection of their vehicles, particularly the engine compartments and electrical systems, to detect potential faults before they develop into emergencies.

Muhammed also encouraged residents to report fire incidents promptly to the state fire service.

The service reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives and property through prompt and professional emergency response.