A fire outbreak in the early hours of Thursday destroyed parts of Queen Elizabeth Hall, a female students’ hostel at the University of Ibadan. The incident affected the offices of the Hall Warden and Secretary, confirmed Mrs. Joke Akinpelu, the institution’s Director of Public Relations.
Firefighters from the University Fire Service swiftly intervened, preventing the fire from spreading further. While the cause of the fire remains unknown, investigations are expected to uncover the details.
Queen Elizabeth Hall, the first female hostel in the university, houses undergraduate students. No casualties were reported, but the incident has raised concerns about safety in student accommodations.