FIRE GUTS IBADAN MARKET, DESTROYING GOODS WORTH MILLIONS OF NAIRA

Millions of naira in goods were damaged as a result of a fire in Bodija Market in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

According to sources, the late-night fire impacted a portion of the plank market.

The event happened on Tuesday evening.

As of the time of submitting this report, the reason of the fire outbreak was unknown.

The incident was confirmed by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Tuesday night.

Mr Saheed Akiode, South West Zonal Coordinator of NEMA, said that men from the agency have been dispatched to the scene. Akiode stated, "We are there to ensure the fire is put under control.

"Further assessment continues tomorrow," he said.