Fire Razes Popular Market In Ibadan

EKO HOT BLOG reports that in the early hours of Sunday, a devastating fire broke out at the renowned Agbeni market in Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo State.

The fire, which started at approximately 4:30 am, caused extensive damage, resulting in the loss of valuable goods and properties worth millions of naira.

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According to reports, the Oyo State Fire Services received a distress call alerting them to the incident. Yemi Akinyemi, the General Manager of Fire Services in Oyo State, confirmed that the agency swiftly responded to the emergency situation.

“We received a distress call at exactly 04:37 am from Sunday Ogundele, Access Bank security, reporting that Agbeni market was engulfed in flames,” Akinyemi stated.

Firefighters and officials from the fire service department immediately mobilized to the scene, where they are currently engaged in efforts to extinguish the fire and control the situation. The task at hand is arduous, given the magnitude of the blaze and the need to protect surrounding structures.

In their tireless efforts to combat the fire, the fire service personnel have been assisted by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), which generously allowed the use of their water supply. This support has been crucial in addressing the emergency.

Akinyemi expressed gratitude to the CBN for their cooperation and mentioned that the fire service would be visiting the CBN to replenish their water reserves.

As of now, the cause of the fire remains unknown and investigations are underway to determine its origin. The authorities are committed to establishing the circumstances surrounding the incident to prevent similar occurrences in the future.

Agbeni market is widely recognized as a bustling commercial hub in Ibadan, accommodating numerous traders and shops. The fire has resulted in substantial financial losses for the affected business owners and traders who rely on the market for their livelihoods.

Nigerian fire service at a function

Local authorities, including the Oyo State Government, are expected to assess the extent of the damage caused by the fire and provide support to those affected. Efforts will likely be made to help affected individuals and businesses recover from this unfortunate incident.

The fire at Agbeni market serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety measures and the need for vigilance in preventing such incidents.

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Authorities and stakeholders will work together to ensure the safety of markets and other public spaces in Ibadan and across Oyo State, implementing measures to prevent the occurrence of devastating fires in the future.

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