A fire outbreak has been reported at a branch of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) located on Marina Street, Lagos Island.
The incident, which occurred on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, sent panic across the busy commercial district as thick smoke was seen billowing from the building.
Videos shared on social media sighted by IntelRegion showed workers and others attempting to escape through a ladder from the balcony of the building housing the bank.
The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, and no casualties have been reported as of the time of filing this report.
The Marina axis is home to several major banks and financial institutions, making it one of the busiest parts of Lagos Island.