Just In: Late-Night Fire Guts Jibiya Market in Katsina

March 29, 2021 · Business

Residents of Jibiya were jolted as a fire erupted in the local market late at night, destroying shops and wares. Eyewitnesses reported that traders rushed to salvage goods but the flames spread quickly. Firefighters battled into the morning to contain the disaster. Losses were described as enormous, leaving many families without livelihoods. Authorities promised to assess damage and provide relief. Community leaders called for urgent installation of fire safety systems to curb recurring infernos devastating Katsina’s markets.