Gregorian College, Ogidi in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State was earlier today gutted by fire, leading to a quick evacuation of students in the hostel and classrooms.
According to eyewitnesses, firefighters were seen battling the fire in order to stop a total destruction of the school and to ensure everyone is safe. The police too have been involved as all hands have been on deck to ensure a quick solution to the fire outbreak.
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Police Spokesperson, Haruna Mohammed said about the incident that: “A distress call was just recieved of a fire incident at Gregorian College, Ogidi by BORAC before Tarzan juncton Nkpor in Idemili North LGA of Anambra State.
“Police and other security agencies have cordoned off the area to prevent hoodlums from taking advantage to loot while fire fighters are battling to put off the fire.”
There have been a number of fire incidents across the country in the last few weeks, with markets getting the most hit and authorities will be looking to find a solution to it.
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