The management of National Youth Service Corps NYSC in a release confirmed the fire outbreak reportedly occurred at Directorate Headquarters, Maitama, Abuja.
Eddy Megwa,Director, Press and Public Relations of the scheme said the sudden fire outbreak was promptly curtailed by the FCT and Federal Fire Service Departments.
The fire incident which started about 7:30am on Friday 4th November, 2022 was limited to the 3rd floor of the six-storey building edifice which is occupied by Planning Research and Statistics as well as General Service Department affected only a particular room with electronic gadgets.
Fortunately, no life was lost and all vital documents were promptly evacuated and safeguarded
The Management of the Scheme therefore appreciated the Federal and FCT Fire Service Departments for their prompt response which minimized the effect of the fire incident.
Management also appreciated all security agencies for the invaluable roles they played during the unfortunate incident.
