Several shops and offices have been destroyed, following a fire outbreak that happened at the Old Airport Junction, Jos Plateau State.
It was gathered that the horrible incident, which happened on Wednesday, left many traders and business owners counting their losses.
An eyewitness, identified as John Michael, told PUNCH that the inferno began around 4:00 pm, prompting frantic calls to the fire services in Jos South and Jos North Local Government Areas.
He said: “I came out of my office and saw fire everywhere. I don’t know the actual cause, but I immediately contacted the fire service.
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“Thankfully, they mobilized their teams who are currently trying to extinguish the fire.”
Meanwhile, the Chairman of Jos South Local Government Area, Mr Silas Dung, also confirmed the incident.
He said: “I have just been informed about the fire, and I am currently at the scene to assess the situation.”
via: Information Nigeria
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