A fire broke out this afternoon at Gbagi Market, located in Ibadan, Oyo State, causing damage to two shops before emergency response teams successfully brought the situation under control.
Key Details:
- Incident Overview: The fire started at approximately 1:23 p.m., prompting distress calls from market leaders and local authorities. Emergency responders arrived within seven minutes to tackle the blaze.
- Response Efforts: The Oyo State Fire Services, led by General Manager Akinyemi Akinyinka, worked efficiently to extinguish the flames and prevent further damage. Cooling operations are ongoing to ensure the fire does not reignite.
- Cause of Fire: The cause remains unknown, and investigations are underway to determine the source of the outbreak.
- Casualties: No injuries or fatalities have been reported.