Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State has visited the scene of a fire at the Singer Market, calling for the Federal Government’s intervention to provide modern firefighting equipment.
This is contained in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sanusi Dawakin-Tofa, in Kano on Sunday.
The Governor visited the Gidan Gilas section of the market where the fire was still raging, causing damage to shops and property.
Yusuf commended the efforts of the Kano State Fire Service and the security agencies battling the inferno, urging traders and residents to remain calm and to cooperate with emergency responders.
He appealed for air support and essential tools to contain the fire and prevent recurrences, strengthening the capacity of fire services to respond effectively to emergencies in major commercial centres. (Vanguard)
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