President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep concern following a destructive fire that tore through parts of Karu Market in Abuja's Federal Capital Territory on Thursday evening.
The blaze caused significant damage to property and goods, impacting numerous traders. In a statement conveyed by Special Adviser Ajuri Ngelale on Friday, President Tinubu extended heartfelt sympathies to the victims. He assured them of his administration's commitment to providing necessary support for their recovery, emphasizing efforts to swiftly rebuild the market and prevent future incidents.
The President stressed the importance of adhering to safety measures to avert such disasters, underscoring the need for vigilance in fire prevention. Firefighters from Karu and Nyanya stations responded promptly to the emergency, although challenges with water supply briefly hampered their efforts before reinforcements arrived.
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