Fire Guts Buildings At Balogun Market

Some buildings inside Balogun market, located on Lagos Island are currently on fire.

The fire reportedly started from the building opposite Oluwole Car Park on Martins Street.

According to eyewitnesses, the inferno spread to about five structures and firefighters are currently battling it.

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Traders are, however, in a great panic as they are trying to salvage their goods and move to safety.

Other eyewitnesses shared videos on social media, showing fire billowing from buildings in the crowded market.

See social media reactions below…

Balogun on Fire! I have a feeling there are some people behind these fire outbreaks…. it’s too much, it’s starting to look like there’s a purpose behind them. pic.twitter.com/68Mi6fe3k6

— DREYLO. (@RealDreylo) January 29, 2020

A very terrible fire incident recently happened at the popular Balogun Market in Lagos. 😲🙆

Please RT for awareness and safety. 😥💔 pic.twitter.com/IbRDDigles

— trendy timic 🇳🇬🇺🇸 (@trendydjtimic) January 29, 2020

A portion of Balogun market , along martins street , Lagos island under fire. Tbh ,this is becoming suspicious😑 pic.twitter.com/uAawVahHOT

— Osirmah (@osirmah) January 29, 2020

Fire guts buildings at Balogun Market, Lagos Island. Pathetic 😤😤pic.twitter.com/X4VizwjI6h

— Mr Punk 🔗 (@IamMrPunky) January 29, 2020

– Fire outbreak in Balogun market , Lagos island.

Check #Thread for more video.
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— Postsubman (@Postsubman) January 29, 2020