​”A Painful Loss”: Hon. Kasim Mohammed spends night with victims of Gwagwalada market fire

By Oladosu Adebola Oluwaseun

The Executive Chairman of Gwagwalada Area Council, Hon. Kasim Mohammed (Wakilin Zuba), spent the night with traders and marketers following the unfortunate fire outbreak at Gwagwalada Main Market, which resulted in the destruction of properties and goods worth yet-to-be-ascertained amounts.

The Chairman, who remained at the scene throughout the night, stood in solidarity with the affected traders and monitored the firefighting operation to ensure that the fire was completely extinguished, he also ensured adequate security around the market to prevent hoodlums from taking advantage of the unfortunate incident to loot traders’ shops and cart away their belongings.

Describing the incident as unfortunate and deeply sympathetic, Hon. Kasim Mohammed expressed concern over the losses suffered by the affected marketers, noting that the situation was particularly painful for traders whose livelihoods depend on their businesses.

He commended the security agencies for their vigilance and commitment in safeguarding the market entrances throughout the incident, thereby preventing unauthorised persons and hoodlums from gaining access to the market to steal people’s property.

The Chairman also appreciated the Federal Fire Service for its prompt response and efforts in containing the fire, acknowledging the importance of their timely intervention in managing the situation.

While the full extent of the damage and the financial value of goods and properties lost are yet to be ascertained, Hon. Kasim Mohammed assured that the situation would be properly assessed.

He further expressed his sympathy with all affected traders and prayed for God’s intervention, strength and provision for those who suffered losses as a result of the unfortunate incident.

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