An inferno has engulfed the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation building in Abuja, north-central Nigeria, causing panic and forcing workers to evacuate the premises.
Security personnel cordoned off parts of the area while firefighters battled the flames, which occurred in the early hours of this morning.
Authorities have yet to confirm the cause of the fire, the extent of damage to the building and whether there were any casualties or injuries.
Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation building, Abuja
Sources within the complex say the fire may have started from one of the upper floors, though investigations are still ongoing.
The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation is one of the most important administrative institutions in Nigeria, overseeing the coordination, policy implementation, and management of federal civil servants across ministries and government agencies.
Government officials are expected to release an official statement once the situation is fully assessed.
