The National Emergency Management Agency received a distress call reporting a fire at the Trademore Estate, Lugbe, at about 04:50 am and immediately activated the Fire Service and Nigerian Police, who responded promptly to the incident.
The fire, which primarily affected the food market section of the estate, has been brought under control, preventing it from spreading to nearby residential buildings. Fortunately, no life was lost in the incident. However, foodstuffs that can be estimated at huge value were lost to the incident.
The Head of the NEMA Abuja Operation Office, Mr Justin Owazuruonye, led the rescue team to the location of the incident.
Director General NEMA, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, commended the rescue team members for their timely response to the incident.
The cause and extent of the fire are being investigated by the relevant authorities, while further updates will be provided appropriately.
