Punch Newspapers Sections Published 7 February 2021 ONE after another, major fires are exploding across Nigeria. Therefore, there is an urgent need to direct exceptional efforts towards reducing the quantum of deaths and losses arising from perennial fire outbreaks across the country. From residential to public buildings, fire continues its destructive nature across states unabated. This trend should not be allowed to go on, especially considering the fact that many of the incidents are avoidable. The majority, as experts have noted, can be checked by ensuring quality electric wiring and fusing buildings with necessary fire safety gadgets with training of preventive measures.