Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for approving a total donation of N8 billion to victims of the recent inferno at Singer Market in Kano metropolis.

Yusuf explained that the support comprises N5 billion from the Federal Government and N3 billion from APC Governors across the country.

The Governor described the intervention as timely and compassionate, noting that it will significantly cushion the devastating impact of the fire on traders and their families.

He said the gesture demonstrates President Tinubu’s commitment to the welfare of Nigerians, particularly in moments of distress and national emergencies.

Yusuf also commended the APC Governors for their solidarity and brotherly support, describing their N3 billion contribution as a strong reflection of unity and shared responsibility within the party.

He assured that the funds would be transparently utilised for the rebuilding of affected shops and the provision of direct assistance to genuine victims of the disaster.
The donation was announced by Vice President Kashim Shettima during his visit to the scene of the fire incident at Singer Market on Monday.

Yusuf pledged that his administration would work closely with relevant federal agencies, APC stakeholders and market associations to ensure proper and equitable disbursement of the relief funds.

He further called on affected traders to remain calm and hopeful, assuring them that the Kano State Government would complement the intervention with additional support measures.

Vice President Shettima announced the N8 billion donation during the official unveiling of Governor Yusuf to the APC at Sani Abacha Stadium, Kofar-Mata area of the city.

The Vice President had earlier led a Federal Government delegation to inspect the level of damage and economic loss at Singer Market.

Singer Market, one of the largest grocery markets in Nigeria, went up in flames twice within two weeks, leaving over N5 billion worth of goods destroyed.