A massive fire erupted at Sokoto State’s renowned Kara Market early Saturday morning, reducing numerous grain stores and shops to ashes.
The blaze according to reports rapidly spread across the market, reducing several structures to ashes.
The exact cause of the fire remains unknown, but firefighters are actively working to contain the flames.
Meanwhile, shop owners and residents in nearby buildings are scrambling to evacuate their belongings, fearing the fire could spread further.
Attempts to reach the market’s general manager for comments were unsuccessful, as he was focused on preventing opportunistic looting amid the chaos.
