According to eyewitnesses, the fire started around 3:00 AM and quickly spread due to the densely packed stalls and flammable goods. The Kano State Fire Service swiftly responded after receiving an emergency call, dispatching firefighters to battle the blaze. Despite their efforts, pockets of fire continued to rage well into the morning, with crews working tirelessly to prevent further spread.
Saminu Yusif, the fire service spokesperson, confirmed the incident, stating that while the situation was being managed, full details would be shared later. The cause of the fire remains unknown, leaving traders anxious about the extent of their losses.
This tragedy follows another recent fire incident in Anambra State, where a 95-year-old woman lost her life after being trapped in a burning residential building. That fire, which erupted late Friday evening, consumed multiple apartments before firefighters and local residents managed to bring it under control after hours of struggle. The financial toll from both incidents is estimated to be in the millions of naira, compounding the grief of affected families and business owners.
Authorities are urging market traders and residents to take extra precautions to prevent such disasters, as investigations into both fires continue.
