A violent clash erupted in the Ile-Epo area of Lagos State, resulting in numerous injuries and significant property damage.
The altercation, which commenced on Wednesday night, persisted into Thursday morning, engulfing the local market in chaos.
Reports gathered by Saving point media reveal that the conflict originated within the market premises, escalating rapidly and spreading unrest throughout the vicinity.
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Witnesses recount scenes of shops ablaze and goods vandalized amidst the turmoil.
Efforts to contain the situation were hindered as the police faced resistance from the unruly elements involved. Despite attempts at early intervention, law enforcement struggled to quell the escalating violence.
In a particularly alarming development, a fire service truck dispatched to the scene this morning faced hostility from the aggressors.
Stones were hurled at the vehicle, forcing it to retreat, further complicating the efforts to bring the situation under control.
The incident underscores the challenges of maintaining peace and order in certain areas of Lagos, highlighting the need for swift and effective measures to address such outbreaks of violence.
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