Goods Worth Millions of Dollars Destroyed in Ladipo Market Fire

Goods Worth Millions of Dollars Destroyed in Ladipo Market Fire

A section of the popular Ladipo market was gutted by fire late Friday destroying goods worth several millions of Dollars inside the over 220 shops along the axis.

The fire which started as minor at the Hassan Ola Blocks of Aguiyi Ironsi International, Ladipo Mushin LGA quickly spread beyond the traders who initially did not alert emergency responders for prompt intervention.

No life was lost during the fire incident as the fire was later contained from the further spread by firefighters from the Lagos state fire service as well as officials of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency( LASEMA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency ( FEMA)

Goods Worth Millions of Dollars Destroyed in Ladipo Market Fire

Fire disasters are a major cause of loss of lives and properties in markets

A fire outbreak has been identified as the leading cause of the loss of lives and goods in so many Nigerian markets.

The causes of most fires include erratic power surges, illegal electrical connections, improper electrical fittings, substandard electrical materials, and the use of indoor generators.

Stakeholders also insisted that effective fire outbreak safety management is based upon enforcing the fire prevention legislation, which will enforce the identification of all the potential risks associated with various premises.

The walk around the market in Ado Ekiti was in collaboration with the Federal Fire Service, NEMA and other safety agencies in the state.

Safety experts say aside from the need for orientation and constant education, People should also learn to approach insurance companies to ensure their properties are insured to avert irredeemable loss.