Amid the confusion over the fire outbreak at Next Cash and Carry, a popular supermarket in Abuja, some persons were seen looting items.
In a video widely circulated online, young persons were seen pushing carts which they used to move out the suspected stolen items.
Among the items seen taken away were different sizes of mattress, drinks and electronic devices.
The cause of the inferno is unknown but an eyewitness said a spark from one of the Christmas trees there ignited the inferno.
The fire was raging seriously when Daily Trust visited the scene around mid-day.
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Firefighters have battling the inferno while security operatives have cordoned off the scene.
The persons who broke into the premises did so before the arrival of security operatives and rescue officials.
It is unclear if there are casualties in the incident. (Daily Trust)
