Kano Governor Donates ₦100m to Fire-Ravaged Market Victims, Pledges Infrastructure Improvements
In a show of support to the victims of a recent fire at the Kantin Kwari Textile Market in Kano, the state governor, Abba Yusuf, has donated ₦100 million to alleviate the impact of the tragedy. The donation was made during a visit to the market, where the governor expressed solidarity with the affected traders.
The fire, which destroyed 29 shops, was quickly contained by the swift response of firefighters. Alhaji Hamisu Sa’ad Dogon Nama, Managing Director of the Market Management Board, expressed his appreciation for the rescue efforts, praising the firefighters and first responders for preventing the fire from spreading further.
The governor also announced several initiatives aimed at improving market infrastructure and preventing future disasters, including the installation of solar-powered street lights, road network rehabilitation, construction of drainages, and provision of motorized boreholes to enhance conditions at the market.
Alhaji Sabu’u Bako, Chairman of the Market Elders Committee, praised the governor’s support, while urging the state government to address other operational challenges the traders face. “We thank His Excellency for his concern, and we hope the government can help us resolve some of the ongoing issues at the market,” he said.
In response, Governor Yusuf reassured the traders of the state’s commitment to strengthening Kano’s position as the commercial hub of Northern Nigeria and beyond. “We are determined to keep Kano thriving as a centre of commerce not just for Nigeria, but for West Africa,” he affirmed.
The governor’s visit and the financial aid have been widely appreciated by traders and community leaders alike, who see it as a step toward rebuilding and enhancing the market’s resilience in the face of future challenges. The state government’s commitment to supporting the market is a positive step in revitalizing the local economy and ensuring Kano remains a major commercial center in West Africa.
