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General News of Friday, 5 March 2021

Source: www.mynigeria.com

Fire guts Onitsha plastic market destroying goods worth millions

Fire razed a plastic market in Amobi street, Onitsha play videoFire razed a plastic market in Amobi street, Onitsha

Fire razed a plastic market in Amobi street, Onitsha, Anambra state on Friday, March 5, 2021, destroying millions of goods in its wake.

The fire which is reported to have started at 1.50 am this dawn affected one of the plazas in the market.

The Nation however learned that no casualty was recorded in the incident as the fire was reportedly extinguished with the help of firefighters and other sympathizers in the area.

A police spokesperson, Haruna Mohammed confirmed the incident to the press. He said
an investigation has commenced to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the incident.

He said: “On 5/3/2021 at about 1:50 am, there was a fire outbreak at a plaza located at the plastic market by Amobi street Onitsha in Anambra State.

“Police operatives led by DPO, CPS Onitsha SP Ifeanyi Iburu quickly mobilised to the scene and cordoned off the area to prevent looting and further catastrophe.

“Fire Service was equally contacted and they responded promptly. The fire was extinguished with the help of firefighters and other sympathizers in the area.

“No loss of life and no injury have been reported. Investigation is ongoing to ascertain the extent of damage and circumstances surrounding the incident.”