By Kamsi Anayo
Amidst widespread speculation and alarming social media videos that the Niger Bridge was ablaze, the Anambra State Fire Chief, Engr. Martins Agbili, said the bridge remained untouched by fire.
Recall that the social media had been inundated with reports and video clips purporting to show the Niger Bridge engulfed in flames.
However, in a brief video message Agbili refuted the claims and labeled it as false.
He, however, clarified that there was indeed a fire incident on the Niger Bridge, caused by a head-on collision between two vehicles at approximately 8:30 p.m. on the same day (Tuesday).
Nevertheless, he explained that the State Fire Service acted swiftly to contain the flames, and that as at 9.pm, the fire had already been extinguished.
“I wonder how people would keep on circulating messages that are not true about the incident.
Expressing his bewilderment at the circulation of such misleading information, he cautioned against disseminating false content that not only misinforms but also fosters unnecessary panic among the populace.
Agbili urged the public to disregard such reports and carry on with their daily routines without fear or apprehension.