A mobile phone battery explosion sparked a fire outbreak at Tecno Complex, Mokola Roundabout, Ibadan, on Monday evening.
The Oyo State Fire Services Agency said firefighters responded promptly after receiving a distress call and successfully contained the blaze before it spread to nearby shops.
According to the agency, the fire started after a phone battery exploded and ignited combustible materials within the shop.
No casualties were recorded during the incident, while properties around the affected building were protected from damage.
The agency has urged the public to observe safety precautions when using electronic devices and to install fire extinguishers in commercial buildings.
