Fire ravages shops at Lagos market, causing millions in losses

A significant fire broke out late Sunday night at the Ajah Market near Alesh bus stop in Lekki, Lagos, destroying multiple shops and goods valued at millions of naira.

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed the incident, stating that their Emergency Response Team was activated following distress calls received on the 767 and 112 toll-free lines.

Upon arrival at the scene at approximately 10:10 PM, LASEMA officials found several stores filled with combustible materials engulfed in flames. While the exact cause of the fire remains unknown, the agency reported that no injuries or casualties occurred during the incident.

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Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, LASEMA’s Permanent Secretary, noted that emergency responders, alongside the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, worked diligently to prevent the fire from spreading to nearby buildings. They faced challenges managing a large and concerned crowd while combating the blaze.

Thanks to their swift actions, the fire was ultimately extinguished, and operations were concluded without further incident. The agency is continuing to investigate the cause of the fire and assess the full extent of the damage.