May 14, 2026

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BREAKING: Lagos Plank Market on Fire

By Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
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A fire has broken out at the Oko Baba plank market in Ebute Metta, Lagos, affecting shanties in the market.

Emergency responders from the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Services and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency are currently at the scene, carrying out search and rescue operations.

 The cause of the fire is not yet known, but it’s reported to be a massive outbreak.

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