- Two separate fires hit Ladipo and Owode Onirin Markets in Lagos
- No casualties were reported, but traders experienced significant losses
- Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service confirmed ongoing investigations into the causes of the fires
A fire broke out at both Ladipo Market in Mushin and Owode Onirin Market along Ikorodu Road, Lagos, causing extensive damage to goods worth millions of naira.
The fire at Ladipo Market began in the early hours of Tuesday, February 25 around 1 a.m. and rapidly spread through several shops and warehouses filled with mechanical tools, vehicle spare parts, motorcycles, and household electrical appliances.
Firefighters battle blazes at Lagos markets, preventing spread
Emergency teams from Isolo, Bolade, and Alausa Fire Stations fought the blaze for several hours, managing to contain it by 6 a.m.
Despite difficulties in accessing some areas, no casualties were reported, and firefighters prevented the fire from reaching neighbouring properties.
Simultaneously, a second fire erupted at Owode Onirin Market, affecting shops dealing in metallic materials.
Firefighters from the Alausa and Ikorodu Fire Stations responded quickly, containing the flames by 5 a.m. Fortunately, there were no casualties in this incident either.
Shop owners express frustration over losses
Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service Director, Margaret Adeseye, confirmed that investigations into the causes of the fires would take place once firefighting operations reached the damping-down phase.
While no lives were lost, many shop owners at both markets expressed frustration over the losses. Authorities have urged affected traders to remain patient as investigations proceed.
“Emergency teams from Isolo, Bolade, and Alausa Fire Stations were deployed to battle the flames. Despite challenges in accessing the affected areas, our firefighters managed to contain the fire and prevent further spread.”
“Thankfully, no casualties were recorded in either incident. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the fires,” Adeseye stated.
Tragedy as fire hits 7-storey Lagos commercial building
Meanwhile, TheRadar earlier reported that fire erupted at a seven-storey commercial building in Lagos’ Iddo area.
Preliminary investigations suggested the fire was caused by self-ignition due to high temperatures