The renowned Wuse market in Abuja’s Central Area, within the Federal Capital Territory, is currently ablaze.
The source of the fire outbreak remained unknown at the time this report was made.
Meanwhile, there have been a shutdown of all business activities in the Market Area for the day.
There is chaos and confusion, along with traffic jams on all the roads leading to the market, with people running in various directions.
The police, upon arriving at the market, cordoned off the entrance to stop individuals from entering the market premises. They engaged in sporadic shooting and deployed tear gas into the air.
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 later…
