A heart-wrenching tragedy has unfolded in Zamfara State, where at least 17 pupils of an Almajiri school perished in a massive fire that ravaged their school in Kauran Namoda. The devastating incident, which occurred on Tuesday night, has left the community in shock and mourning.
The fire is said to have broken out late in the evening and quickly spiraled out of control, burning for nearly three hours before it was finally extinguished. Eyewitnesses described the scene as one of complete panic, as flames engulfed the school’s structures, trapping the young students inside. The intensity of the fire left emergency responders struggling to contain it in time to save lives.
Many pupils managed to escape, but several others suffered severe burns and injuries. They are currently receiving medical care at nearby hospitals, where their conditions are being closely monitored. Local residents, who rushed to the scene to assist, were also affected by the overwhelming scale of the disaster.
Zagazola Makama, a reliable source, confirmed the tragic events on his official X handle, describing the fire as “devastating” and noting the desperate attempts made by locals to fight the flames. Despite their efforts, the fire’s speed and ferocity prevented any meaningful intervention before it resulted in this heartbreaking loss of life.
Emergency services, including local authorities and first responders, arrived after the damage was done. However, by then, the catastrophic effects of the fire were already evident, with the loss of young lives marking the disaster as one of the worst in recent memory for the region.
The incident has prompted widespread sorrow and outrage, especially over the preventable nature of the tragedy. As news spreads, many are questioning the safety measures in place at the school and demanding accountability from local officials.
In a statement to SaharaReporters, the Zamfara State Police spokesperson, ASP Yazid Abubakar, acknowledged the severity of the situation and promised to confirm further details with the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) before issuing an official statement.
As the investigation continues, the families of the victims and the entire community of Kauran Namoda are left to mourn the loss of young lives cut short in such a harrowing manner.
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