# Abuja fuel station fire

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/abuja-fuel-station-fire
> Updated: 2026-08-07T04:32:27.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

On the night of 6 August 2026, a petrol‑laden tanker exploded while discharging fuel at the AYM Shafa filling station in Abuja’s Garki district. The blast ignited a large fire that quickly spread to nearby structures, including a Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service building. Federal Fire Service and Capital Territory fire crews were deployed, and officials warned the public to stay clear while investigations into the cause began.

By the following morning, 7 August, the blaze was still raging. Firefighters continued to work to contain the flames and prevent further spread to adjacent buildings. Authorities reiterated that the fire’s cause remained undetermined and urged residents to avoid the area and use alternative routes. The incident remained under active management with no confirmed casualty figures released.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-07: Fire Engulfs AYM Shafa Filling Station in Abuja

A fire at Abuja's AYM Shafa filling station erupted around 10 p.m. Thursday, prompting Federal Fire Service crews to battle the blaze and advise the public to stay away and use alternate routes.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fire-engulfs-aym-shafa-filling-station-in-abuja

### 2026-08-06: Abuja fuel station explosion triggers fire, casualties unconfirmed

A tanker exploded at Abuja's Shafa filling station, sparking a fire that spread to nearby buildings. Fire services responded; casualties remain unconfirmed.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/abuja-fuel-station-explosion-triggers-fire-casualties-unconfirmed

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Cite as: Abuja fuel station fire. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/abuja-fuel-station-fire