Korede Abdullah in Lagos
A devastating fire has swept through the popular Araromi spare parts market at Agodi-Gate in Ibadan, Oyo State, leaving a trail of destruction and millions of naira in losses.
The fire, which began around 2am on Saturday, continues to rage, with firefighters battling to contain the blaze.
“We are battling with a serious inferno at Agodi-Gate. Help us to call water tanker owners to assist us. We are still here battling with the situation,” said Akinyemi Akinyinka, General Manager of Oyo State Fire Services.
The cause of the fire remains unknown, as investigations are ongoing.
This latest incident is part of a series of fire outbreaks in Ibadan over the past week, resulting in significant losses.
Earlier this week, a fire destroyed three shops, while the prompt arrival of firefighters saved 13 others.
Last Friday, a parish of the Christ Apostolic Church in Ibadan was also engulfed in flames, reportedly trapping several worshippers inside during a vigil.
The string of fire incidents has raised concerns about the safety and preparedness of emergency services in the state.
As the people of Ibadan struggle to come to terms with the losses, the authorities have been urged to take swift action to investigate the causes of these fires and implement measures to prevent such disasters in the future.
