Nigeria: Firefighters responding to large fire in Gusau's Bebeji Plaza late May 1

Event

Firefighters are responding to a major fire at Gusua's Bebeji Plaza late May 1. Preliminary reports indicate that the fire has consumed several shops. The cause of the blaze remains unclear. There have as yet been no reports of casualties.

Transport and business disruptions will likely continue in the affected area over the coming hours as firefighters work to extinguish the fire.

Advice

Avoid the scene of the fire. Allow additional time to reach destinations in the impacted area until emergency responders have extinguished the blaze and given the all-clear.