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Popular Ebute Ero Market in Lagos State has been gutted by fire which destroyed many lock-up shops.
It was learnt that the fire started in the early hours of today, affecting a section of the market located near a police station and Carter Bridge in Lagos Island, reports Daily Trust.
Margaret Adeseye, Director of Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, confirmed the incident in a statement today.
She, however, said the fire was prevented from escalating and brought under control following intervention by firefighters.
She added that no casualties had been reported from the incident but investigation was ongoing to determine the number of shops affected and the estimated value of losses incurred.
