Massive Fire Guts Alaba International Market in Lagos as Traders Suffer Heavy Losses
Story: writen by Daniel October 22,2025
A devastating fire broke out on Tuesday evening at the popular Alaba International Market in Lagos, destroying several shops and sparking panic among traders.
Videos shared via a live TikTok stream by user KB Clothings captured thick plumes of black smoke billowing over the market as distressed shop owners watched helplessly.
Many traders were seen crying uncontrollably, lamenting their losses, while others made frantic efforts to salvage their goods before the flames consumed more stores.
Operatives of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service swiftly arrived at the scene to combat the inferno, working tirelessly to prevent it from spreading to adjoining sections of the market.
Eyewitnesses reported that the fire swept through locked shops and warehouses, with some traders accusing the market’s security guards of responding too slowly when the blaze first erupted.
The cause of the fire was yet to be determined as of press time, but emergency responders continued operations late into the night to fully extinguish the flames.
