A midnight fire wreaked havoc at the Ladipo Plank Market in Lagos
In the early hours of the morning, a devastating fire broke out at the Ladipo Plank Market, located on Iganmu Road, Orile, in Lagos State, Nigeria. This unfortunate incident resulted in the destruction of goods and property valued at millions of naira. Dr. Femi Oke-Osanyitolu, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Authority (LASEMA), confirmed the event. Fortunately, no loss of life has been reported.
Firefighters Continue to Battle the Blaze
The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time, but eyewitnesses suggest that it began around 12:30 a.m. in the primary market area. Emergency response teams, including LASEMA, the Lagos State Fire Service, and the Federal Fire Service, have been diligently working to extinguish the fire. As of 6 a.m., the fire still rages on, and rescue efforts persist as authorities assess the full extent of the damage.
