A video has surfaced on social media showing individuals believed to be United Bank for Africa (UBA) staff fleeing from a fire at their headquarters in Marina, Lagos Island.
In the video that has become a growing sensation, the individuals could be seen scaling through the window of the high-rise headquarters building to escape the inferno.
Watch video below:
Fire outbreak at Lagos island UBA BANK AFRILAND TOWERS.
Lord Save your children ooo.👏🏻👏🏻😩 pic.twitter.com/ZYxvto0otH
— Chiukwujioke_Proudly Anioma (@chiukwujioke) September 16, 2025
Following the arrival of emergency services, at least eleven people were rescued and taken into ambulances.
Officials say relevant emergency agencies are on the ground to manage the situation, including crowd control and ensuring unrestricted access for responders.
Although the blaze has been brought under control, the cause of the fire is yet to be determined. Authorities have urged the public to remain calm as investigations continue.
