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6 United Capital staff die in Afriland Towers fire

United Capital Plc has announced the death of six staff following the tragic fire at Afriland Towers in Lagos Island on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.

United Capital announced the staff’s demise via a statement issued by the management on Thursday, September 18.

The company described the deceased as “an integral part of our company and family”, adding that their “painful loss leaves an immeasurable void”.

United Capital further expressed condolences to the deceased families, friends, and loved ones, saying the company will continue to hold them in “our thoughts and prayers, as well as providing all the support we can to them during this most difficult time.”

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The firm added: “We are making preparations for an appropriate memorial service to honour their lives and mark their passing with dignity and solemnity.

“We thank the emergency services and all those who responded for their valiant assistance at the time of the incident.

“In this moment of untold grief, we stand together in solidarity, drawing strength from one another as we navigate this period.

“May the souls of the departed rest in peace.”

The Star

Segun Ojo

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