Several businesses at Ogbo Osisi, a timber market in Onitsha, Anambra State, were devastated by fire, causing an estimated loss of millions of naira in merchandise.Information Guide Nigeria
PUNCH Metro gathered that the incident happened late on Saturday and about 28 large shops jointly shared the premises.
👉 Relocate to Canada Today!
Live, Study and Work in Canada. No Payment is Required! Hurry Now click here to Apply >> Immigrate to CanadaChinedu Ezekwike, chairman of the Bridgehead Markets Amalgamated Traders Association, stated that the fire began in one of the stores and quickly spread to the others due to the presence of combustible goods, such as various types of machineries and equipment.
Other Top Stories:
- Power-drunk ex-defence chief’s son damages car, beats owner
- Customs seize 2,375 litres of petrol in Sokoto
- Naira loses to dollar, exchanges at 445.83
- Reps query NNPC, CBN, others over unaudited accounts
Sunday, Ezekwike told journalists that the fire was caused by machines used to smooth completed wood products such as doors and chairs.
Before the arrival of firefighters from the state fire department, he noted, however, that market dealers fought to contain the blaze.NYSC portal
While mourning the cost of the destruction, he requested that the state government assist the victims in resuming business operations.
The state’s chief fire officer, Martin Agbili, stated that he dispatched his troops to the area after receiving a call for assistance from the public.JAMB portal
He said, “Around 7.30pm of December 12, 2022, the Anambra State Fire Service received a distress call of a heavy fire at Ogbo Osisi (timber market) Onitsha by GUO Plaza.
“Immediately, we deployed our fire truck and firefighters in the scene. We battled and controlled the fire.
👉 Relocate to Canada Today!
Live, Study and Work in Canada. No Payment is Required! Hurry Now click here to Apply >> Immigrate to Canada“The cause of the fire is unknown. Although the fire destroyed some shops, no life was lost.
“We must know that we are at the peak of the harmattan period. Avoid anything that can cause fire at this season.”JAMB Result
