No fewer than seven persons have been declared missing following a devastating fire outbreak at Singer Market in Kano.
The Chairman of the Singer Market Development Association (SIMDA), Barrister Junaidu M. Zakari, disclosed this while briefing journalists on the extent of damage caused by the inferno.
Zakari said the seven traders are currently unaccounted for, raising concerns among market operators and families of the affected individuals.
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He noted that investigations are ongoing to determine their whereabouts and to confirm whether they are alive or dead.
Describing the incident as tragic, the SIMDA chairman said the fire caused extensive destruction within the market, affecting numerous shops and livelihoods.
He added that relevant authorities and emergency responders have been working to assess the situation and support affected traders.
The cause of the fire has yet to be officially confirmed, as investigations continue.
Singer Market is one of the major commercial hubs in Kano, serving thousands of traders and customers daily. The incident has sparked renewed concerns over fire safety measures in markets across the state.
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