The motorcycle section of the Sokoto Central market is currently on fire.
A witness interviewed by Punch reported that the fire incident began early in the morning, though the exact cause remains unknown.
Another source disclosed that the fire at Sokoto Central Market originated from a nearby dump site close to the motorcycle section.Shehu Muhammad, the chairman of the Motorcycles Marketers Association, expressed difficulty in assessing the extent of damage as the fire was still active.
He mentioned that many individuals lost their shops and motorcycles due to the swift spread of the fire, preventing timely intervention.
Muhammad highlighted ongoing efforts by federal and state fire services to contain the blaze but anticipated a prolonged extinguishing process.
He also urged the state government to assist those affected by the fire in recovering from their losses.