Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has arrived at Singer Market in Kano metropolis following a second fire outbreak at the Gidan Gilas section of the market.
A statement signed on Saturday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, said Governor Yusuf visited the scene while the fire was still raging and causing damage to shops and property.
He 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.
Governor Yusuf noted that such intervention would strengthen the capacity of fire services to respond effectively to emergencies in major commercial centers, such as Singer Market.
The governor also commended the efforts of the Kano State Fire Service and other security agencies for their commitment in 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.
