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Lagos industrial estate engulfed in Fire

A fire has erupted at the Amuwo Odofin Industrial Estate in the Mile 2 area of Lagos State.

Confirming the incident on Saturday, Margaret Adeseye, Controller General of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, said firefighters were already on the scene, working to contain the blaze.

She assured residents and business owners that there was no cause for panic, noting that the Fire Service was fully managing the situation.

Adeseye urged the public to remain calm as emergency responders continue their operations.

“The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service is currently attending to a fire outbreak at Amuwo Odofin Industrial Estate, Mile 2, Lagos. The public is assured that the situation is under control, and there is no need for fear,” the statement read.

The cause of the fire and the extent of the damage are yet to be determined.

LUKMAN ABDULMALIK

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