The blaze, which authorities believe was triggered by a fault in the hospital’s solar power system, engulfed major sections of the building before firefighters arrived on scene. Eyewitnesses reported seeing thick plumes of smoke rising above the hospital as flames rapidly spread through the structure.
The incident has created a healthcare crisis for residents of Rogo Local Government, who rely on the general hospital as their primary medical facility. With much of the infrastructure now damaged, including essential patient care areas, community members are expressing deep concern about where they will receive urgent medical attention.
Amina, a pregnant woman who was receiving antenatal care at the facility, expressed her distress: “I do not know what to do now. This is where I make all my antenatal checks. This fire has to make me travel nearly one hour before reaching the next local government. I am in a delicate condition. This hospital was my only hope.”