ABDALLAH MOURNS VICTIMS OF OLUKU FIRE OUTBREAK, COMMISERATES WITH AFFECTED FAMILIES
A STATEMENT BY HON.(MRS) EUGENIA ABDALLAH, EDO STATE COMMISSIONER FOR WOMEN AFFAIRS AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT.
I received with deep sadness the news of the tragic fire outbreak in Oluku, Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State, on Thursday, October 15, 2026. The unfortunate incident, which reportedly left some persons severely burnt, is deeply distressing and has brought pain and sorrow to the affected families and the entire Oluku community. My heart goes out to everyone affected by this calamity.
I wish to voice my heartfelt sympathies to the families of those who lost their lives or sustained burn injuries in this unfortunate incident, as well as the entire Oluku community. I profoundly sympathise with the bereaved families over the painful loss of their loved ones and pray that Almighty God grants them the strength, courage and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.
At this difficult time, I stand in solidarity with the people of Oluku and all families directly affected by the fire outbreak. I urge residents to support one another and extend compassion to those grieving. I also call on the relevant emergency management agencies and appropriate authorities to provide the necessary assistance to affected families and ensure that anyone injured receives prompt and adequate medical attention.
This calamity underscores the importance of strengthening fire prevention measures, public safety awareness and emergency response mechanisms across our communities. I encourage residents to remain vigilant, observe basic fire safety precautions and promptly report potential hazards to the appropriate authorities. Collective responsibility and timely intervention are essential to preventing similar tragedies in the future.
Once again, I extend my heartfelt profound condolences to the bereaved families and the people of Oluku over this painful incident. May Almighty God grant eternal rest to the souls of the departed, comfort the grieving families, and grant healing and speedy recovery to those who sustained burn injuries. My thoughts and prayers are with the affected families and the entire Oluku community during this difficult moment
