The popular Wuse market in Abuja’s Central Area, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has been destroyed by a fire.
The reason of the fire outbreak is unknown at the time of this report, however the occurrence quickly ended the day’s business in the Market Area.
There is chaos and confusion, as well as traffic gridlock on all routes heading to the market. People are spotted running in all directions.
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Policemen, who arrived at the market, barricaded the entrance to prevent people from moving into the markets. They were seen shooting sporadically and firing tear gas into the atmosphere.
It was observed that some section of the market, specifically the car park at the northern side of the entrance had been engulfed as smoke billowed into the atmosphere.
Some vehicles in the car park have been burnt already. People inside the market are also seen forcing their way out by jumping the perimeter fence.
Firefighters have arrived as this report is being filed.
More details to follow…
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