Kano state Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has arrived at Singer Market on Saturday night in the Kano metropolis following a second fire outbreak at the Gidan Gilas section of the market.
The Independent Mirror reports that this was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Saturday.
The governor visited the scene while the fire was still raging, causing damage to shops and property.
Governor Yusuf called on the Federal Government to urgently intervene by providing modern firefighting equipment, including air support and other essential tools, to help contain the fire and prevent future occurrences.
He noted that such intervention would strengthen the capacity of fire services to respond effectively to emergencies in major commercial centres like Singer Market.
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The governor also commended the efforts of the Kano State Fire Service and other security agencies for their commitment to battling the inferno.
He urged traders and residents to remain calm and cooperate with emergency responders as efforts continue to bring the situation under control.
