Buhari expresses sadness over Akere market fire
President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed sadness over the death of a security guard and the loss of property of some hardworking Nigerians at the Akere Spare Parts market in the Apapa area of Lagos State.
The president’s deepest sympathies are contained in a statement by his spokesman, Garba Shehu, on Wednesday in Abuja.
Mr Buhari said he sympathised with the traders and their families, ”who bear the brunt of this unfortunate incident and are at crossroads of what to do after this temporary setback.”
The president said he was equally concerned about a similar fire incident at the popular Balogun market a few weeks ago. He called on relevant authorities to take precautions to stem the tide.
While the full extent and cause of the damage are being assessed, Mr Buhari commended the Lagos State Fire Service for responding to the incident, salvaging a nearby filling station with a 33,000 litres PMS tanker, amongst other adjoining buildings.
(NAN)
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