Fire Erupts at Justrite Supermarket in Akwonjo, Residents Flee for Safety

A fire erupted at Justrite Supermarket in Akwonjo on Thursday causing panic among residents and shoppers in Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State.

The fire reportedly started at the supermarket premises and quickly spread through parts of the building, sending thick smoke into the sky and forcing people in the area to flee for safety.

Emergency responders, including firefighters, were reportedly deployed to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading to nearby buildings and businesses.

As of the time of filing this report, the cause of the fire at the Supermarket had not been officially confirmed, and there was no immediate information on casualties or injuries.

The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service is yet to issue an official statement on the incident, while investigations are expected to determine the cause of the fire.