A significant fire outbreak occurred early on Friday at the Fatima Simra Multi-Purpose Market located in the Dakata Quarters of the Nasarawa Local Government Area in Kano State, Nigeria. This fire broke out just under a week after another devastating fire at the popular Singer Market, which resulted in millions of naira in damages. Initial reports indicate that the latest inferno has also caused considerable destruction to numerous shops, most of which were small-scale businesses involved in oil production and plastic recycling.

The Kano State Fire Service confirmed the incident with Public Relations Officer Saminu Abdullahi stating that firefighters are currently on the scene, working to control the blaze. Unfortunately, the cause of the fire has yet to be determined, and there is no assessment of the total damages incurred at this time. The rapid succession of these two market fires raises concerns about fire safety measures in crowded commercial areas, affecting the local economy and livelihoods.

This incident highlights a growing issue in Kano, as repeated fire outbreaks threaten small businesses and disrupt economic activities in the region. The local authorities may need to reassess and strengthen fire safety protocols in markets to prevent future occurrences and mitigate damages to the valuable local businesses that contribute significantly to the community's economy.