- A fire outbreak occurred at the Katako market in Jos, Plateau State, destroying property worth millions of Naira .
- The incident happened around 11 pm on a Monday, with the cause of the fire still unknown .
- The fire ravaged the timber and furniture sections of the market, despite efforts by firefighters to contain it .
- This isn’t the first time the market has experienced a fire incident; similar incidents occurred in 2008, 2013, and 2020 .
- The Plateau State Governor, Simon Lalong, responded by promising to set up a committee to investigate the constant fires at the market .
A devastating fire swept through the Katako market in Jos, Plateau State, on Sunday night, destroying property worth millions of Naira. The blaze, which started before 11 pm, ravaged sections of the market, including furniture and timber sheds, despite efforts to contain it . This isn’t the first time the market has experienced a fire incident; in fact, it’s become a recurring problem, with similar incidents happening in 2008, 2013, and 2020 .
Trader Abdulsalam Abdullahi expressed his concerns about the frequent fires, stating that it’s causing significant setbacks and calling for stakeholders to work together to find a solution. On a positive note, the Director of the State Fire Service, Caleb Polit, praised the swift response of his team and citizens, which helped prevent any loss of life.
The fire service responded promptly, with trucks from the Federal Fire Service and local stations deployed to the scene. They made multiple trips to fetch water, eventually bringing the fire under control. While the cause of the fire is still unknown, investigations are ongoing . It’s clear that the market needs better safety measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
