Panic erupted on Sunday afternoon following a gas explosion at the Orisunmibare Market, off Baale Street in Orile-Iganmu, within the Coker Local Council Development Area (LCDA) of Lagos State.
The incident, which occurred around 2:13 p.m., was traced to a gas retail outlet containing multiple cylinders of varying sizes.
The resulting blast affected nearby shops, damaging property and scattering debris across the market area.According to a statement by the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, emergency response teams from the Sari-Iganmu and Ilupeju Fire Stations arrived promptly and successfully contained the situation, averting what could have been a major disaster.
While no fatalities were recorded, one person reportedly sustained a minor hand injury during the explosion.
The Fire Service further confirmed that operations at the scene have been concluded, adding that normal commercial activities are expected to resume shortly.
