President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed sympathy with traders and residents of Kano over the devastating fire at Singer Market and has directed that a thorough investigation be conducted into the repeated incidents.
The blaze, said to have begun on Saturday evening and continued into Sunday morning, caused significant destruction at the well-known food market, consuming goods and leaving numerous traders facing heavy losses.
In a statement released on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described the incident as unfortunate and voiced serious concern about its effect on people’s livelihoods.
President Tinubu also stated that he had contacted Abba Kabir Yusuf to receive a firsthand report on the situation.
“This tragic incident is deeply concerning, especially coming less than two weeks after another fire outbreak at the same market. My thoughts are with the affected traders and their families,” the President was quoted as saying.
He directed relevant authorities to carry out a thorough investigation into the causes of the repeated fires, stressing that urgent measures must be taken to prevent future occurrences.
“The recurring market fires that leave our hardworking traders in despair must be addressed decisively. I have ordered a comprehensive investigation to determine the causes and recommend lasting solutions,” Tinubu stated.
The President also assured affected traders of the Federal Government’s concern and support as recovery efforts begin.