A late-night fire outbreak has destroyed several shops and office spaces along Murtala Mohammed Way in the Fagge Local Government Area of Kano State.
Politics Nigeria reports that the incident happened on Thursday night and affected a salvage yard popularly known as Takumbo Market, located near the First City Monument Bank.
The fire later spread to nearby commercial buildings, leaving traders and business owners counting heavy losses.
The Kano State Fire Service said it received a distress call at about 10:54 p.m. and immediately deployed firefighters from its headquarters and other stations within the metropolis. Emergency responders battled the flames for hours to prevent the fire from spreading to more buildings in the busy commercial area.
According to the Fire Service, the blaze had already engulfed a one-storey structure and adjoining business premises by the time rescue teams arrived. Preliminary findings indicated that the fire may have been triggered by an electrical spark.
The inferno reportedly consumed a large quantity of goods stored at the salvage market before extending to surrounding properties. The upper section of the Kanawa Building was among the structures badly affected, with offices, parlours and other facilities destroyed.
The fire also damaged stores belonging to TUSRAYS Nigeria Limited on the ground floor of the building. Several traders were seen on Friday assessing the extent of the destruction and trying to salvage what was left of their property.
Thankfully, no life was lost in the incident and no injuries were recorded.
The Director of the Kano State Fire Service, Alhaji Sani Anas, urged residents and business operators to pay closer attention to electrical safety and ensure that wiring systems are properly maintained.
Moreover, He advised members of the public to report fire outbreaks quickly to allow emergency teams to respond before situations get out of control.