Goods worth millions of naira were reportedly destroyed in Onitsha Main Market, in Anambra State, on Tuesday morning.
The outbreak of fire, according to reports, happened in the early hours of the day.
A witness said the fire started about 5 O’clock at the popular Abada/Lace Line, where different types of clothing materials are sold.
The fire started in a building in the area, popularly known as the White House, which houses offices, halls and shops, before it escalated to other shops in the area.
The witness said the fire was discovered through thick smoke billowing out from the area.
Residents were said to have been woken up from their sleep, rushed to the scene, only to discover that the fire had already destroyed many things.
Reports said that the fire had been put off.
Anambra State Fire Chief, Mr. Martin Agbili, had yet to speak on the development as of the time of publication.
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