Home Metro Fire Guts Benue Market, Destroys Valuables Worth Millions
Metro

Fire Guts Benue Market, Destroys Valuables Worth Millions

Share
Fire Guts Benue Market, Destroys Valuables Worth Millions
Fire Destroys Valuables in Benue Market
Share
  • A fire outbreak occurred at the Ihiokwu main market in Obarike-Ito, Obi Local Government Area of Benue State.

  •  The fire was contained by sympathizers and shop owners, as there is no fire station in the area.

  • Senate Minority Leader, Abba Moro, has sympathized with the victims of the fire incident.

A devastating fire outbreak occurred at the Ihiokwu main market in Obarike-Ito, Obi Local Government Area of Benue State, destroying several shops and valuables worth millions.

The fire was contained by sympathizers and shop owners, as there is no fire station in the area.

An eyewitness, who wished to remain anonymous, explained that he noticed the fire in the early hours of Sunday and raised an alarm.

ATTENTION: Click HERE to join our WhatsApp group and receive News updates directly on your WhatsApp!

“I raised an alarm when I noticed smoke coming out from one of the shops, and before people could come, the fire escalated and burnt several shops. The cause of the fire is not known immediately, as there was no electricity in the market,” he said.

Senate Minority Leader, Abba Moro, has sympathized with the victims of the fire incident.

READ ALSO: FG Breaks Silence on Niger Petrol Tanker Fire, Condoles with Victims– Families

In a statement, Moro said, “I am saddened by the incident. It is very unfortunate, considering the hardship that people are presently experiencing.”

Fire Guts Benue Market, Destroys Valuables Worth Millions
Fire Destroys Valuables in Benue Market

Moro called on relevant agencies to provide assistance, saying, “I call on all and sundry to rally round the victims at this trying moment. I equally call on relevant agencies of government to quickly step in to help in whatever way to alleviate the pains of those affected.”

JUST IN: Fire Guts Filling Station, As Tanker Explodes In Jigawa

Fire has rocked Shakatu Filling Station, causing destruction to properties in the area.

Daily Report Nigeria gathers that the incident, which reportedly happened along Kiyawa Road, in the Dutse area of Jigawa state.

Continue Reading Here

Share

Leave a comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Related Articles
Metro

Man Shot Dead in Cult Violence Linked to Masquerade Festival in Osun

Residents of Oke Ola Community in Osogbo have been gripped by fear...

Metro

Oyo Government Seals Off Collapsed Building in Ibadan

The Oyo State Government has sealed off a building undergoing reconstruction in...

Metro

Lagos Police Arrest Six Suspected Gang Members, Seize Firearms, Stolen Vehicle

The Lagos State Police Command has apprehended six individuals suspected to be...

Metro

Tragedy As Family Buries 11 Members Killed By Suspected Herdsmen In Benue

It was a tragedy and anguish on Monday morning as a grieving...

5win
RocketplayRocketplay casinoCasibom GirişJojobet GirişCasibom Giriş GüncelCasibom Giriş AdresiCandySpinzDafabet AppJeetwinRedbet SverigeViggoslotsCrazyBuzzer casinoCasibomJettbetKmsauto DownloadKmspico ActivatorSweet BonanzaCrazy TimeCrazy Time AppPlinko AppSugar rush