Power minister sympathises with Ayefele over fire incident at Fresh FM
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has sympathised with gospel artiste and media personality, Yinka Ayefele, over the fire incident that engulfed his
radio station, Fresh FM in Ibadan, Oyo State.
The sympathy message is contained in a statement issued by the minister’s Special Adviser, Strategic Communications and Media Relations, Bola Tunji, on Sunday in Abuja.
He described the incident as sad and unfortunate.
The minister said that he received with deep concern the reports of the devastating fire incident on the premises of Fresh FM 105.9, a leading radio station in Ibadan.
According to him, Fresh FM is a pillar of quality broadcasting, entertainment, and public enlightenment in Oyo State and by extension, Nigeria.
He said, “I extend my heartfelt sympathies to Ayefele, the management and staff of Fresh FM, as well as the good people of Oyo State over this unfortunate incident. Fresh FM has been a pillar of quality broadcasting, entertainment, and public enlightenment, and this loss is deeply felt across Oyo State and the nation.
”This tragic event highlights the critical importance of electrical safety in both public and private facilities,
As minister of power and a keen follower and listener of Fresh Fm, I urge stakeholders to prioritise regular inspections of power infrastructure and adhere to safety standards to minimise fire risks.”
Mr Adelabu also commended the swift and courageous efforts of the Oyo State Fire Service and other first responders including the supportive neighbourhood which worked tirelessly to contain the blaze.
He said that their dedication underscored the importance of robust emergency preparedness and the established good relationship in the neighbourhood.
He added, “During this difficult time, we stand in solidarity with Dr Yinka Ayefele and the entire Fresh FM family.”
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