A fire broke out early in the morning at the Justrite Superstore in the Akowonjo area of Lagos State, severely damaging part of the building.
According to the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, the incident occurred at a store near Jimoh Bus Stop, Egbeda-Akowonjo. Firefighters responded promptly, successfully extinguishing the blaze and preventing it from spreading to other parts of the building.
Margaret Adeseye, Controller General of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, explained in a statement on Thursday that the fire affected the second floor of the commercial complex, which houses the electronics section.
Upon arrival, firefighters quickly deployed their equipment and began coordinated efforts to contain the fire, protect nearby sections, and ensure the safety of people and property.
The fire has now been extinguished, and recovery efforts are underway to complete the mop-up process. Preliminary investigations suggest the fire may have been caused by a solar inverter system serving as an alternative power source. Thankfully, no casualties have been reported.
Videos and photos shared on social media and by the agency captured thick smoke pouring from the building’s roof.
See more images from the scene below:
