An early morning fire broke out at a commercial building in the Akowonjo area of Lagos State, destroying parts of the structure.The incident occurred around Jimoh Bus Stop, Egbeda-Akowonjo, and involved the second floor housing an electronics section.Firefighters from the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service quickly arrived and contained the blaze, preventing it from spreading to other areas.The cause is suspected to be a solar inverter system, with no casualties reported.Recovery operations are ongoing to clear the site and assess damages.Footage shared on social media showed smoke rising from the rooftop, highlighting the severity of the incident.Authorities emphasized their efforts to protect lives, property, and the environment during the operation.

The event underscores the importance of fire safety measures in commercial spaces, especially with the increasing use of alternative power sources like solar systems.