Market fire: Tinubu promises financial assistance as Shettima leads delegation to Kano
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has announced financial assistance for victims of a catastrophic market fire in Kano, with Vice President Kashim Shettima leading a delegation to provide support.
A devastating fire at the Singer Market in Kano, Nigeria, has prompted President Bola Tinubu to take action in support of the victims. The inferno, which started on Saturday evening and persisted into Sunday morning, resulted in extensive damage, with losses amounting to billions of naira. This incident marks the second fire at the market in a short span of two weeks, raising concerns about safety and infrastructure in the area.
To address the tragedy, President Tinubu has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to lead a Federal Government delegation to Kano. This delegation aims to express sympathy to the affected traders and discuss potential support measures. In a statement released by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, it was announced that the delegation will depart Abuja on Monday and is tasked with conveying the President's condolences, as well as pledging financial assistance to help victims recover from their losses.
The government's involvement highlights the urgency of addressing the needs of the affected community and ensuring the swift reopening of the market. With members of the delegation including key political figures such as the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, the visit reflects a commitment to aiding those hit by this disaster and underscores the significance of governmental response in times of crisis.