In a swift and commendable response to the devastating fire that gutted the popular GSM market in Kano, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved a staggering N2 billion for the immediate reconstruction of the commercial hub.
The announcement was made on the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, drawing widespread attention and applause from citizens and stakeholders across the country.
The GSM market, a vital center for mobile phone and electronic device sales in the state, was recently reduced to ashes following a massive inferno that left hundreds of traders in ruins and millions in property destroyed.
Governor Yusuf, known for his people-centered policies, stated that the N2 billion intervention fund underscores his administration’s unwavering commitment to supporting small and medium-scale businesses, as well as reviving Kano’s economic heartbeat.
“This administration will not abandon its people in times of distress,” the governor said. “We are rebuilding not just a market, but the hopes and livelihoods of thousands of hardworking traders.”
The gesture has been widely praised by residents, traders, and civil society groups who view the move as a bold step towards economic recovery and public trust.
Reconstruction is expected to begin immediately, with plans underway to modernize the market and provide improved infrastructure and fire safety measures to prevent future disasters.
This move cements Governor Yusuf’s reputation as a responsive leader deeply attuned to the needs of his people—and signals a strong message of resilience, hope, and economic rebirth for the ancient city of Kano.
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