Dauda Haruna Chula, the chairman of the market’s fire committee, confirmed the incident, stating that at least 50 shops had already been destroyed by the time the fire was still raging. He mentioned that efforts were made to alert the Kano State Fire Service and other emergency responders, though there was a noticeable delay in their arrival. Chula expressed frustration over the situation, noting that while calls had been placed to the authorities, the fire continued to spread unchecked.
Traders at the scene voiced their concerns over the slow response from emergency services, fearing further losses as the flames showed no signs of subsiding. The full extent of the damage remains unclear, and there is no immediate confirmation of casualties. This incident follows another major fire outbreak just a week earlier at Singer Market in Kano, where over 1,000 traders were affected. The repeated occurrences have raised questions about the preparedness of local fire services and the need for better safety measures in the state’s markets.
As the community grapples with the aftermath, many are left counting their losses, with some businesses completely wiped out. Authorities are expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the fire, while traders and residents call for improved emergency response systems to prevent future tragedies. More details will emerge as officials assess the situation and provide updates on the extent of the destruction.
