United Capital To Hold Memorial For 6 Staff Lost in Afriland Towers Fire

United Capital Plc has announced plans for a memorial service in honour of six of its employees who died in the tragic fire outbreak at Afriland Towers, Lagos, on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.

In a statement released on Monday via its official X handle, the company identified the deceased staff members as Jesutoni Shodipo, Kehinde Adeoye, Ndidi Osaemedike-Okeke, Olumide Oyefodunrin, Opeyemi Oloyede, and Rebecca Adenuga.

“It is with profound grief that we announce the passing of six of our dear colleagues, following the tragic fire at Afriland Towers,” the statement read. “Their painful loss leaves an immeasurable void.”

United Capital described the tragedy as a heavy blow to the organisation, stressing that the late employees were “an integral part of the company and its family.”

The management also extended heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of the deceased, pledging support during this difficult time.

“Preparations are underway for a memorial service to honour the lives of the departed staff and mark their passing with dignity and solemnity,” the company said.

It further urged unity and solidarity among its workforce in the period of mourning. “In this period of grief, strength must be drawn from one another. May the souls of the departed rest in peace,” the statement added.

United Capital also commended emergency services and first responders for their swift intervention during the incident.

LEADERSHIP reports that Afriland Towers which houses the offices of United Capital Plc, a branch of United Bank for Africa (UBA), the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and others, was engulfed by smoke during the fire, trapping several occupants and forcing some to leap from upper floors in a desperate bid to escape.

The disaster claimed at least 10 lives, including four FIRS personnel who were on duty at the time.