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By Sunday Ani
Chieftain of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, has sympathised with the government and people of Kano State over the tragic fire incident at the Singer Market in Kano, which reportedly claimed several lives and destroyed property worth millions of Naira.
Reacting to the incident in a statement, Adebayo described it as tragic, unfortunate and deeply saddening, noting the strategic economic importance of Kano to Nigeria and the wider Sahel region.
“We all know how important the city of Kano is to Nigeria and the entire Sahel. Any incident of this magnitude is not just a loss to the victims but to the nation as a whole,” he said.
The market inferno, which occurred days ago, killed many people and razed several shops and goods, leaving traders devastated and families in mourning.
According to witness accounts, the fire spread rapidly through sections of the market, making it difficult for many traders to salvage their wares.
He decried the recurring cases of fire outbreaks in markets across the country, noting that the frequency of such disasters raises serious concerns about the adequacy of fire prevention infrastructure nationwide.
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“The incessant fire incidents across the country requires us to interrogate the competence of our government in ensuring that fire prevention facilities and arrangements are put in place in all our markets. We have had too many of these incidents and too many lives lost for no good reason,” he stated.
He called on the government to carry out a thorough investigation into the cause of the incident and implement concrete measures to prevent a recurrence.
He emphasised that beyond investigations, authorities must prioritise proper market planning and installation of essential safety facilities, such as fire hydrants and fire retardant systems.
The former presidential candidate also urged Nigerians and people of goodwill to support those affected by the disaster, stressing the need for solidarity in times of crisis.
He further advocated for compensation for victims who lost their goods and for families who lost their loved ones in the incident.
“The government should compensate the victims of the inferno for human lives and resources lost. We must take a cue from this incident to ensure that further occurrences do not happen,” he added.
He emphasised that improving market infrastructure and strengthening the broader economy would help reduce vulnerabilities that often exacerbate such tragedies.
He reiterated his condolences to the people of Kano State, expressing hope that decisive actions taken in the aftermath of the tragedy would make it the last of its kind.
