Breaking news: Fire razes three buildings in Lagos market

On Wednesday, Fire razed three buildings at the intersection of Nnamdi Azikiwe and Docemo in the Idumota area of Lagos Island, Lagos State.

The state’s Fire and Rescue Service confirmed the incident on its X handle, stating that the fire affected two two-story buildings and one three-story building.

To help salvage the situation, firefighters have been called to the scene, it was added.

Following a notification of a fire at the intersection of Nnamdi Azikiwe and Docemo in Idumota, Lagos, the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service was notified, according to a statement released by Margaret Adeseye, Director of the LSFRS. Emergency services responded quickly to the call, which was received at 07:41.

No casualties have been reported, and Adeseye stated that the cause of the fire is still unknown.

“Upon arrival at 07:58 hours, it was discovered that the fire encompasses three buildings, including two 2-storey structures and one three-storey building.

“Currently, firefighting efforts are underway at the scene.

“The fire stations at Ebute Elefun, Ilupeju, and Alausa have deployed resources to mitigate the situation effectively as firefighting operations are ongoing.”

She further stated, “The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, and investigations are ongoing. Casualties have not been confirmed at this time.

“We urge residents to cooperate with emergency personnel and avoid the area for their safety.”

A fire on Broad Street, Lagos Island Local Government Area, destroyed the well-known Mandilas building, and according to PUNCH, not less than 6,700 traders their merchandise.

The impact of the fire, which destroyed the 14-story building, also destroyed 450 stores, 30 offices, two hotels, and five restaurants, according to the National Emergency Management Agency.