One feared dead, others injured as fire razes building in Lagos Balogun market

Fire has razed a five-storey building in popular Balogun Market on Lagos Island.

The incident occurred on Tuesday morning. However, the cause of the fire has yet to be clearly stated.

The fire was said to have affected the section where ladies’ shoes are sold.

Operatives from Lagos State emergency responders, comprising Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, Nigeria Police and other security agencies were on ground to fight the fire.

The PUNCH also reported that one person was confirmed dead and at least seven injured.

The newspaper reports that the National Emergency Management Agency confirmed this on its website.

According to NEMA, the deceased and injured persons were evacuated by the medical team, while four persons who were alleged to have been looting wares were arrested by the police.

NEMA said, “No. 32 Gbajumo Street, Lagos Island, Lagos State fire has been brought under total control.

“The building, from the Pent floor used as a store to the 5th and 4th floors, had shown signs of falling due to the heat.”

“The fire was said to have started around 10:00 am. The fire also affected a three-storey building beside the five-storey building.

“The three-storey building was completely burnt down. The blockwork part of the five-storey building has collapsed leaving the metal part standing.”

“The Fire is however under control as mitigation are on to limits it spread.”