Sokoto Market Fire: Welding Sparks Cause Devastating Blaze, Millions in Goods Destroyed

A fire outbreak caused by welding sparks razed dozens of shops at an old market in Sokoto State, with goods worth millions of naira destroyed. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and Sokoto State Emergency Management Agency are collaborating to assist affected traders.

Sokoto State Governor Ahm Aliyu visited the scene, pledging government support. The incident has left shop owners facing financial pressure and loss of livelihood.