A midnight fire has devastated the popular Alaba Rago market in Lagos, destroying goods worth millions of naira.
The fire, which occurred in the early hours of the morning, ravaged the market in the Ojo area of Lagos state. The cause of the fire is still unknown, and an investigation is underway to determine the source of the blaze.
The Alaba Rago market is a major hub for traders and businessmen, with a wide range of goods sold there, including electronics, clothing, and food items. The fire has left many traders counting their losses, with some estimating that the damage runs into millions of naira.
The Lagos state government has been called upon to provide assistance to the affected traders and to take measures to prevent such incidents in the future.