A fire has ravaged a portion of the Gusau Central Market in Zamfara State, leading to significant destruction of shops and goods valued in the millions.
The alarming incident was reported by security analyst, Zagazola Makama, on Sunday night.
Witnesses reported that the blaze ignited and swiftly spread across several stalls before traders and nearby residents could effectively respond.
The scene has been described as catastrophic, with many affected vendors desperately trying to salvage their merchandise amid the fierce flames.
Those impacted by the fire have urgently called for help from the Zamfara State Fire Service, as sections of the market remain engulfed in flames.
As of the latest updates, the cause of the fire and the full extent of the damages are still under investigation.
