A fire outbreak on Thursday morning engulfed the popular Justritte Mall in the Akowonjo area of Lagos State, causing significant damage to shops and property inside the complex.
Eyewitnesses said flames were first noticed in one of the units on the ground floor before spreading quickly. Thick smoke could be seen billowing from the building, drawing a large crowd of shoppers, traders, and residents.
Emergency responders including the Lagos State Fire Service, LASEMA, and police officers arrived at the scene and immediately began containment operations. As of the time of filing this report, firefighting efforts were ongoing.
The incident has already triggered widespread reactions on social media. Videos and photos from the scene circulated on X and Instagram within minutes, with many Lagosians expressing concern for traders and calling for faster intervention.
The cause of the fire has not been confirmed, and an investigation is expected to begin once the situation is brought under control.
