President Bola Tinubu has expressed sympathy with traders and residents of Kano State following a devastating fire outbreak that ravaged the Singer Market in Kano over the weekend.
The fire, which broke out on Saturday evening and continued into the early hours of Sunday, caused extensive damage to goods and property at the popular food market, leaving many traders facing heavy losses.
The President described the incident as tragic and disclosed that he had earlier contacted the Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, to obtain a detailed situation report on the fire.
“I commiserate with the traders and families who have suffered losses in this tragic incident, The recurrence of fires at the same market within such a short period is deeply concerning and calls for urgent attention.” Tinubu said.
Tinubu expressed particular concern that the latest outbreak occurred less than two weeks after a similar fire destroyed dozens of shops and properties at the same market, heightening fears among traders and residents.
In response to the repeated incidents, the President ordered a comprehensive investigation into the causes of the market fires, stressing the need to identify lapses and put preventive measures in place.
“We must understand the causes of these repeated incidents and take decisive steps to prevent future occurrences, so that traders can carry out their businesses without fear,” the President added.
He assured that the Federal Government would collaborate with the Kano State Government and relevant agencies to ensure improved safety measures at the market.