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Cmanforall:
It's a good point. However, you don't need any approval to have a fire fighting truck. But I guess, it's the charge/fee that will cause some discords between those affected and the private firefighters.

@Cmanforall. I think you are right because i also thought of that as well, but there is something called "Governmental insurance scheme" or public fundings for all fire departments, public or private,thus, if such case should arise,all that the private fire department have to do is to get the owner of the rescued property to fill out a fire department charge form or emergency respond fee form, that will be forwarded to the regional GIS, Since, we can never rely or trust any governmental institution in Nigeria, i will suggest and advice that private fire departments should stick more to public fundings.

Gucciblog:
A building is reportedly currently on fire at Transcorp building close to Oracle on Glover Road, Ikoyi, Lagos and almost completely in ashes and no fire service truck was in sight.

According to a source, it is still uncertain what caused the inferno but it is believed someone wants to cover tracks.

The fire started around 4pm today and the Lagos State fire service are yet to arrive as to contain the situation.

Source:
https://zenithnaija.com/ikoyi-building-almost-in-ashes-and-no-fire-service-truck-in-sight-2/

Its not by force to blog. If u can't get ur facts right, go& join nigerian police. First of all, ur pix are almost upside down. Pictures they say tell a thousand words especially in journalism. What if am using a computer. That means I will need to turn it on its side so I can view d pictures properly.

Second, u said "A building is reportedly currently on fire at Transcorp building".

Pls how many buildings are inside Transcorp building? Its as if Transcorp building is d compound & d building on fire is inside d compound which is Transcorp building.

Third, u made another world class blunder. U said "According to a source, it is still uncertain what caused the inferno but it is believed someone wants to cover tracks."

"It is still uncertain...", yet "it is believed...". Hows that possible? What are u even saying?

Pls where did u get ur source? All ur pictures were taken far away from d burning building but u have a source. Does d source work in d burning building? Has any investigation been carried out to ascertain d cause of d fire b4 u& ur "source" concluded that it was arson perpetrated by someone who works in d building?

Ur write up is just plain crap. Its not ur fault. Its these so called moderators who don't no what they are moderating that I blame

kenzosky:
Its time to set up some private fire departments that charge for services everywhere in Nigeria. Because we can't rely on our failed leaders when there is fire on the mountain.

Then protest on the street for better government. Privatisation also has its limit.

oglalasioux:
Nigerians almost police themselves. You talked of military. Have you heard of civilian JTF in the North East? The idea of having private fire fighting services is good. You should know that in developed societies, government's function is 80% regulation not direct engagement. While developed societies don't have private fire fighting services, we need it here where government is only interested in sharing oil loot.

Nigerians do not police themselves. Do not confuse security guard with public safety. Maintaining law and order translates to pubic safety, and when individuals are allowed to take up that duty, they end up constituting nuisance. Look at all those rich people that move around in Nigeria with convoy of private security, what else do they achieve other than causing traffic and intimidating other road users.
Do you even know the primary function of the military? Which private individuals do you see going to war for Nigeria? JTF is just creative invention of the Nigeria society and not what the military is for.
Trust me, in a sane country, people would challenge the constitutionality of JTF in court.
Again, private fire service is not a good idea in society like Nigetia with no security and ineffective criminal justice system.

lexy2014:
Its not by force to blog. If u can't get ur facts right, go& join nigerian police. First of all, ur pix are almost upside down. Pictures they say tell a thousand words especially in journalism. What if am using a computer. That means I will need to turn it on its side so I can view d pictures properly.

Second, u said "A building is reportedly currently on fire at Transcorp building".

Pls how many buildings are inside Transcorp building? Its as if Transcorp building is d compound & d building on fire is inside d compound which is Transcorp building.

Third, u made another world class blunder. U said "According to a source, it is still uncertain what caused the inferno but it is believed someone wants to cover tracks."

"It is still uncertain...", yet "it is believed...". Hows that possible? What are u even saying?

Pls where did u get ur source? All ur pictures were taken far away from d burning building but u have a source. Does d source work in d burning building? Has any investigation been carried out to ascertain d cause of d fire b4 u& ur "source" concluded that it was arson perpetrated by someone who works in d building?

Ur write up is just plain crap. Its not ur fault. Its these so called moderators who don't no what they are moderating that I blame

The crime I have committed is just by reporting this story here on Nairaland..

Before cussing, just know that everybody is not living in Lagos and that doesn't mean someone can't send in reports to us..

Regards!

Transcorp building wasnt the one on fire, it was their neighbours own instead

A report by their President/CEO, Valentine Ozigbo confirms:

On Saturday 26th October 2019 there was a fire incident at the building next to our Headquarters located at 38 Glover Road, Ikoyi Lagos.

We had limited damage to the adjoining parts of the building but there was no loss of vital documents. Equally, no injury was sustained by any personnel on ground.

The Lagos State Fire Service, the UBA Fire Service and Julius Berger worked with our team to quell the situation and it was contained successfully.

We would like to assure our stakeholders that the fire incident has no impact on our operations.

We thank our corporate associates for the concern and goodwill.

couragemurphy:
Jesus christ!!!! This is heavy calamity

What has that name got to do with the issue at hand?

shotuminu:
This kind building no get smoke detector b4 fire go raise

When you tell an average Nigerian to buy smoke detector they will tell you that fire is not their portion,still available oo order for yours now,it’s not up to the money you spend on drinks.Safe lives now,a must for every home 09054473731

kenzosky:
Its time to set up some private fire departments that charge for services everywhere in Nigeria. Because we can't rely on our failed leaders when there is fire on the mountain.

We have them in the USA and is a business idea I considered.

The first issue is traffic with at least two heavy and large vehicles, a fire engine and water tankers. Drivers ignore emergency vehicles here.

Then the second issue is arriving on scene and setting up in close proximity to the fire. Parking, narrow streets, etc

This country is a case study.

Bostonfarms:
When you tell an average Nigerian to buy smoke detector they will tell you that fire is not their portion,still available oo order for yours now,it’s not up to the money you spend on drinks.Safe lives now,a must for every home 09054473731

Every room in my house has smoke detectors. The kitchen has a carbon monoxide in addition.

I also gave some to my immediate neighbors

They are all sealed 10 year units.

Gucciblog:
The crime I have committed is just by reporting this story here on Nairaland..

Before cussing, just know that everybody is not living in Lagos and that doesn't mean someone can't send in reports to us..

Regards!

Am not cursing. Am telling u d truth. If u have to write or do a report, then do it right. Virtually everything in ur report is inaccurate. If u are producing inaccurate report, then how do u then claim to be informing people? If I didn't bust u, am sure u will think u have done d right thing. U no u messed up cos if u didn't u would have addressed d issues I raised about ur write up instead of this weak defense u put up.

This link below only confirms d things I said to you

https://www.nairaland.com/5494931/transcorp-building-intact-building-beside

Watch this video, it shows how private firefighters work in California and also the problems with them


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=faCqf856IDo

lexy2014:
Its not by force to blog. If u can't get ur facts right, go& join nigerian police. First of all, ur pix are almost upside down. Pictures they say tell a thousand words especially in journalism. What if am using a computer. That means I will need to turn it on its side so I can view d pictures properly.

Second, u said "A building is reportedly currently on fire at Transcorp building".

Pls how many buildings are inside Transcorp building? Its as if Transcorp building is d compound & d building on fire is inside d compound which is Transcorp building.

Third, u made another world class blunder. U said "According to a source, it is still uncertain what caused the inferno but it is believed someone wants to cover tracks."

"It is still uncertain...", yet "it is believed...". Hows that possible? What are u even saying?

Pls where did u get ur source? All ur pictures were taken far away from d burning building but u have a source. Does d source work in d burning building? Has any investigation been carried out to ascertain d cause of d fire b4 u& ur "source" concluded that it was arson perpetrated by someone who works in d building?

Ur write up is just plain crap. Its not ur fault. Its these so called moderators who don't no what they are moderating that I blame

The source says Ikoyi Building..
https://zenithnaija.com/ikoyi-building-almost-in-ashes-and-no-fire-service-truck-in-sight-2/

Maybe the post was moderated here

Gossipninja:
The source says Ikoyi Building..
https://zenithnaija.com/ikoyi-building-almost-in-ashes-and-no-fire-service-truck-in-sight-2/

Maybe the post was moderated here

But still ur blog says "it is still uncertain what caused the inferno but it is believed someone wants to cover tracks."

How did u come about this information? What investigation did u carry out?

Please Not Nigeria. We are still in same circus of self centered leaders.

AntiWailer:
cover track ?

when will this useless phrase stop whenever there is fire.

the world has moved from files and burning files and folders.

Thanks to PARKVIEW SERVICE IKOYI. Their response was swift and saved the infeno fron escalating beyond.

sonnie10:
Did you hear about the amazon fire in Brazil and what causes it?
Do you know what is causing the current fire in part California?
Do you think Nigeria is immune from such occurrence?

So the weather causes the building to Burn?



Oh Lord, why?

beamtopola:
So the weather causes the building to Burn?



Oh Lord, why?

Why are you thinking just one way, is this how you learn at school? Nobody said climate change caused this particular fire. What the person you referred to earlier meant is that with the current events of wildfire caused by climate change, there is need to be prepared by having functional and effective fire service in Nigeria.
Nobody knows which place would be next, it is better to be safe than sorry.

Fallenhunter:
Watch this video, it shows how private firefighters work in California and also the problems with them


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=faCqf856IDo

Thanks for the video. From what they said, this private fire fighters only work for home insurance companies to mitigate loses. They are prepaid by home owners insurance and they only work for the particular client.
These is feasible because home ownership is by mortgage system whereby there are other third parties connected and committed to your home. Everyone tries to minimize loss. Nigeria is still light years behind for something similar. How are they even going to be paid for services rendered in Nigeria. Do you go to someone who has lost everything in a fire and start asking for payment? Remember, almost everybody in Nigeria don’t have home insurance.
Lastly in the video, the real fire fighters so the private ones as nuisance who gets in the way doing operations. They said resources for more important mission are sometimes diverted to rescue this people when they get trapped.

EgunMogaji2:
We have them in the USA and is a business idea I considered.

The first issue is traffic with at least two heavy and large vehicles, a fire engine and water tankers. Drivers ignore emergency vehicles here.

Then the second issue is arriving on scene and setting up in close proximity to the fire. Parking, narrow streets, etc

This country is a case study.

Actually, Lasg has already made amendments to building approvals. Every commercial structure now requires a fire hydrant line within the premises.

Basically, the way you design your facility with a backup generator, diesel storage etal, you will also include a hydrant line , pump and water reservoir

sonnie10:
Thanks for the video. From what they said, this private fire fighters only work for home insurance companies to mitigate loses. They are prepaid by home owners insurance and they only work for the particular client.
These is feasible because home ownership is by mortgage system whereby there are other third parties connected and committed to your home. Everyone tries to minimize loss. Nigeria is still light years behind for something similar. How are they even going to be paid for services rendered in Nigeria. Do you go to someone who has lost everything in a fire and start asking for payment? Remember, almost everybody in Nigeria don’t have home insurance.
Lastly in the video, the real fire fighters so the private ones as nuisance who gets in the way doing operations. They said resources for more important mission are sometimes diverted to rescue this people when they get trapped.

Exactly! A private firefighting service would need to collect some sort of fire insurance from all home and business owners and you know some people wouldn't pay. Would the private firefighters then allow these peoples homes/workplaces to burn down ? There's also the risk of pureposful arson to keep themselves relevant and if they mess up how do you hold them responsible? Privatizing everything is not a good idea. America privatized prisons and we can all see how bad that's been.