SGF Mourns Kano Market Fire Victims, Pledges Support for Kano Govt

Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum and Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has expressed sympathy with the Kano State Government and traders affected by the devastating fire that razed Singa Market in Kano, describing the incident as a major tragedy.

The inferno, which swept through the popular market, reportedly destroyed goods and properties estimated at over ₦5 billion, disrupted more than 1,000 businesses, and left seven persons unaccounted for.

In a statement released on Sunday from Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, Abiodun said the scale of destruction marked one of the most painful incidents in the history of the market.

He lamented the loss of livelihoods suffered by traders, particularly those operating small-scale businesses within residential buildings affected by the fire.

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According to the governor, the destruction of four residential structures housing business owners, as well as the loss of equipment, merchandise and other valuables, has placed many families under severe economic strain.

Abiodun urged the affected traders to remain hopeful, assuring them that the Kano State Government would take steps to support victims and ease their suffering.

He also called on market authorities and relevant local government officials to strengthen safety measures to prevent similar disasters in the future.

“On behalf of my colleagues in the Southern Governors’ Forum, I commiserate with the Kano State Government and the traders affected by this unfortunate incident,” he said.

“This fire outbreak has caused tremendous damage, but I urge those affected not to despair.

“The Kano State Government, under the leadership of Abba Kabir Yusuf, is doing everything humanly possible to bring the situation under control and assist the victims.”

The Ogun State governor reaffirmed the solidarity of southern governors with Kano State at this difficult time, stressing the need for coordinated efforts to safeguard markets and protect livelihoods across the country.