fire broke out at the Katangowa Market in the Abule Egba area of Lagos State. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of the morning, has caused extensive destruction.

Here is a summary of the key details based on reports from emergency agencies and news outlets:

The fire started in the early hours of the morning, with reports indicating it began around 2:00 AM on a recent date.

The fire erupted at the popular Katangowa Market, located along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway in Abule Egba

The fire was massive, rapidly consuming shops, stalls, and goods within the market.

• It is believed that a truck or container was discharging fuel when it spilled, and the fuel subsequently flowed into a drainage channel within the market.
• The fire was ignited, likely by a spark from a generator or another electrical source, and spread rapidly due to the presence of the flammable fuel.

The Director-General of LASEMA, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, confirmed the incident and provided updates. He stated that the agency’s team is on ground, working with other responders to manage the situation. He also advised residents to avoid the area to allow for unhindered access for emergency services.