Fire destroyed dozens of homes Friday night in Batakashi village, Jigawa State. The blaze burned through 45 houses, 35 grain silos, killed many animals. Three people suffered injuries during the disaster that left numerous families homeless.
Witness Malam Musa told reporters that everything happened quickly, leaving residents unable to save their belongings. Food stores, clothes, and valuables turned to ash as flames spread throughout the community. Local government chairman Adamu Hudu Kore visited Saturday to comfort victims. He promised the council would work with emergency teams to help those affected. The fire's cause remains unknown as officials assess the damage.
Police spokesperson SP Lawan Shiisu Adam said authorities know about the fire but lack a complete report. Officers continue gathering information at the scene. Officials plan to share more details once they start investigating. The destruction displaced many villagers, who lost everything they owned. Community members try to help each other recover from the unexpected tragedy.
Witness Malam Musa told reporters that everything happened quickly, leaving residents unable to save their belongings. Food stores, clothes, and valuables turned to ash as flames spread throughout the community. Local government chairman Adamu Hudu Kore visited Saturday to comfort victims. He promised the council would work with emergency teams to help those affected. The fire's cause remains unknown as officials assess the damage.
Police spokesperson SP Lawan Shiisu Adam said authorities know about the fire but lack a complete report. Officers continue gathering information at the scene. Officials plan to share more details once they start investigating. The destruction displaced many villagers, who lost everything they owned. Community members try to help each other recover from the unexpected tragedy.
