A significant fire outbreak has devastated the well-known Gamboru market in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning, causing widespread damage.InformationGuideNigeria
The exact cause of the fire remains unknown. According to reports, local vigilante groups, including the Civilian JTF, alongside residents of the area, worked tirelessly to extinguish the blaze. Their collective efforts were crucial in controlling the fire.JAMB Result
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The Borno State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) confirmed the incident on its Facebook page. The Agency’s Director-General, Dr. Barkindo Muhammad Saidu, visited the scene to assess the damage. SEMA’s post noted, “The fire incident which started in the early hours of Sunday 12/11/2023 burnt down shops, although the casualties is yet to be ascertained.”JAMB Portal
This fire incident at Gamboru market comes just nine months after another major fire razed the famous Maiduguri Monday Market. That earlier incident resulted in the loss of shops and goods worth billions of naira, highlighting a recurring challenge of market fires in the region.NYSC Portal
The extent of the damage and the impact on the local community from this latest fire are still being evaluated. Local authorities and emergency services are expected to provide further updates and support for those affected.
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