Fire destroys Oko Baba plank market in Lagos, causing millions in losses; no injuries, cause unknown.
A significant fire at the Oko Baba plank market in Lagos State's Ebute Metta destroyed numerous goods valued at millions of naira. Emergency responders, including LASEMA and the Fire and Rescue Service, contained the blaze, which also affected nearby shanties. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire is currently unknown. This market has a history of fire incidents, and a recent court ruling has halted its planned relocation.
September 15, 2024
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