Tinubu Orders Investigation into Kano Market Fire

On February 15, 2026, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ordered an investigation into a fire that broke out at a popular food market in Kano, which began on Saturday evening and continued into Sunday morning. The fire resulted in substantial destruction of goods, leaving traders with heavy losses.

Tinubu expressed his deep concern over the incident, highlighting its impact on the livelihoods of the affected individuals. In a statement issued by his special adviser on media and strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the president described the situation as tragic.

He reached out to Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for a firsthand report on the situation. Tinubu emphasized the need for a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the fire and to find solutions to prevent future occurrences.

He assured the affected traders that the federal government would support their recovery efforts.