A fire outbreak at the Kugbo Furniture Market along the Abuja-Keffi Expressway in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has destroyed several shops and goods worth millions of naira, triggering panic among traders and residents in the area.
The fire reportedly started on Friday after an electrical spark was noticed shortly after electricity was restored, according to an eyewitness account reported by Vanguard. However, the exact cause of the Kugbo Furniture Market fire had not been independently established at the time of reporting.
Key Highlights
- Kugbo Furniture Market fire destroys several shops and goods in Abuja.
- Furniture, equipment and other valuables worth millions of naira were reportedly destroyed.
- An eyewitness linked the fire to an electrical spark after power was restored.
- Firefighters were deployed to prevent the blaze from spreading to adjoining structures.
- No deaths or injuries were reported in the incident.
- The exact value of the losses has not yet been officially established.
- Traders affected by the fire are calling for assistance and support to recover from the losses.
- Kugbo Furniture Market has experienced previous fire outbreaks, including a major incident in January 2026.
Kugbo Furniture Market Fire Breaks Out After Power Restoration
The latest fire outbreak reportedly began shortly after electricity was restored to the market.
According to eyewitness Mrs. Mary Aniekan, traders noticed an electrical spark before the fire spread rapidly through sections of the market.
Aniekan said she was inside her shop when people began running and raising the alarm.
She told reporters that traders attempted to put out the fire and salvage their belongings, but the flames quickly overwhelmed their efforts.
The eyewitness also said firefighters arrived at the scene but at one point ran out of water, while the fire had not been completely extinguished.
Furniture, Equipment Destroyed in Blaze
The fire consumed furniture, workshop equipment and other goods stored in several affected shops.
Traders reportedly made desperate efforts to remove their belongings from the affected areas as the flames spread through the market.
The presence of furniture, wood, foam, varnish and other combustible materials contributed to the rapid spread of the fire, according to reports about the incident.
The full extent of the damage was still being assessed, while the total financial value of the destroyed goods had not been officially released.
No Casualties Reported
Despite the destruction caused by the fire, no deaths or injuries were reported.
Firefighters were deployed to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to nearby shops and structures.
The response helped limit the spread of the fire, although several traders reportedly lost significant portions of their businesses and stock.
The Federal Fire Service is the federal agency responsible for fire prevention, mitigation and emergency response across Nigeria.
Cause of Kugbo Market Fire Yet to Be Confirmed
Although an eyewitness attributed the outbreak to an electrical spark following power restoration, the cause of the fire had not been officially confirmed.
The reported electrical connection therefore remains an eyewitness account rather than an established official finding.
The incident comes amid previous concerns about electrical safety and fire risks at the Kugbo market.
In January 2026, the Federal Fire Service and other emergency agencies responded to another major fire at the market. The authorities said property estimated at about ₦1.8 billion was saved, out of an exposed market value of more than ₦2 billion.
Kugbo Market Has Recorded Previous Fire Incidents
The latest incident is not the first major fire outbreak recorded at Kugbo Furniture Market.
In January 2026, a major blaze affected parts of the market, with firefighters battling the fire for several hours before bringing it under control.
The market has also experienced previous incidents in which traders lost shops, furniture, machinery and other equipment.
Fire safety concerns have previously been raised because of the highly combustible materials used and stored in furniture workshops.
In November 2025, the FCT Federal Fire Service carried out fire-safety awareness activities for traders at the Kugbo Timber and Furniture Market, focusing on preventive measures and the use of firefighting equipment.
Traders Seek Support After Fire
Affected traders have appealed for assistance as they begin assessing the extent of their losses.
Many businesses operating in the market depend on furniture production, storage and sales, meaning the destruction of workshops, machinery and finished products could have significant consequences for affected operators.
Traders have also previously called for improved firefighting facilities and stronger safety measures within the market.
As authorities assess the latest Kugbo Furniture Market fire, further details on the cause, extent of the damage and possible assistance for affected traders are expected. For more updates, follow us on X.
