Fire Engulfs Popular Apongbon Market In Lagos [Video]

A fire outbreak has occurred at Apongbon market on Lagos Island on Wednesday, causing panic among traders and residents of the area.

Naija News learned that many stores and properties were destroyed in the fire incident and the inferno has caused a gridlock on the Eko bridge.

Vehicles parked under the bridge were also affected by the inferno which has enveloped a large section of the bridge.

It is understood that the Federal and Lagos Fire Services are at the scene of the incident, trying to put out the fire.

As of the time of filing this report, the cause of the inferno is yet unknown and the number of casualties cannot be ascertained.

Apongbon under bridge is on fire….
My source says it started as early as 4am…
Pls if coming from that axis take care and if possible find an alternative route..
Stay safe people pic.twitter.com/0TXE9SsG4o

— Kate Henshaw (@HenshawKate) March 23, 2022