A devastating fire has swept through the Singer Market in Kano, destroying over 1,000 businesses and causing losses estimated at N5 billion. Seven people are reported missing, and the incident is considered one of the worst tragedies in the market’s history. The fire, which started on Saturday evening, was still being brought under control on Sunday, with firefighters battling to prevent further damage ¹ ² ³.
Governor Abba Yusuf has appealed to the Federal Government for modern firefighting equipment, including air support, to combat such incidents. The market, a major commercial hub in northern Nigeria, has suffered a second fire outbreak in less than two weeks, raising concerns about fire safety measures ⁴ ⁵.
President Bola Tinubu has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the incident, directing relevant authorities to determine the cause and recommend preventive measures ⁶.
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