A devastating fire has gutted a section of a major market in Kano State, destroying shops, offices, and goods worth millions of naira.

The fire reportedly broke out in the early hours of the day and quickly spread through parts of the market before emergency responders arrived at the scene.

Eyewitnesses said traders made frantic efforts to salvage their goods, but the intensity of the flames made it difficult to control the situation before significant damage was done.

Fire service officials were eventually deployed to the area to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to other sections of the market.

Although the exact cause of the fire has not been confirmed, preliminary investigations are underway to determine what triggered the incident.

Traders affected by the disaster have been left counting heavy losses, with many lamenting the destruction of their livelihoods and sources of income.

Market leaders have called for urgent government intervention, including support for affected traders and improved fire safety measures to prevent future incidents.

Authorities have assured that a full investigation will be conducted, while relief efforts are expected to be coordinated for victims of the fire outbreak.

The incident adds to growing concerns about fire safety in public markets across the country, where similar outbreaks have caused repeated economic losses.