A shopping plaza situated at Ogundana Street in Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Lagos State, was gutted by fire on Tuesday.
Reports flooded social media platforms, including X (formerly Twitter), with videos depicting the intense flames and efforts by the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service to contain the inferno.
One user, #waledaniel_, shared footage from the scene, capturing the chaotic situation as firefighters battled the blaze to prevent further damage and loss of valuables.
The X user stated that response of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service is commendable, as they worked tirelessly to bring the situation under control and mitigate the potential harm posed to nearby structures and individuals.
At present, the cause of the fire remains unknown.