Earlier today, residents of Lagos Street, Minna, Niger State, were thrown into chaos as a massive fire broke out, engulfing a residential building and destroying properties.
Eyewitnesses reported that the fire began suddenly, with no clear indication of its origin.
“We just saw the flames; no one knows how it started,” a distraught resident recounted. The blaze spread rapidly, fueled by the harmattan winds, leaving occupants and neighbors scrambling to salvage whatever they could.
The timely intervention of both the Niger State Fire Service and the Federal Fire Service helped contain the inferno, preventing it from spreading to other properties in the densely populated area.
Firefighters worked tirelessly for hours to bring the situation under control. However, despite their efforts, the affected building was reduced to rubble.
Victims of the incident have been left devastated, with many losing cherished belongings and essential items.
For some, the tragedy marks the complete loss of their homes and livelihoods while for some, they see their goods crumble and reduced to ashes.
While the cause of the flame remains unknown, local authorities have launched an investigation to determine the source of the incident and prevent future occurrences.
In the meantime, concerned neighbors and community members have rallied to provide immediate support to those affected.