FirstBank Sierra Leone has issued a public notice to address recent social media rumors about a fire outbreak at its Lumley branch.

The bank clarified that the fire actually occurred in a building adjacent to their premises, and not within the bank itself.

In the statement released on June 10, 2025, FirstBank emphasized that their Lumley branch remains safe, fully operational, and unaffected by the incident.

The bank expressed gratitude to the public for their concern and reassured customers and stakeholders that the safety of their staff, customers, and facilities remains a top priority.

FirstBank urged the public to only rely on official bank sources for credible information to avoid misinformation.

The bank thanked its customers for their continued trust and support.