Tragic Fireworks Explosion in Nigeria
A water tanker belonging to Lagos fire service is parked in front of building after explosives stored in it exploded in a densely populated area in Isale Eko. (Photo: Akintunde Akinleye/REUTERS)
There was a deadly fire Wednesday in Nigeria’s biggest city, Lagos.
The blaze, which began with an explosion at a fireworks warehouse, has so far killed at least one person and injured 30 others.
Anchor Lisa Mullins talks to the BBC’s Tomi Oladipo to get more details.
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