A devastating fire tore through Gusau Central Market in Zamfara state capital on Tuesday night, leaving one person dead and multiple shops in ruins.
The inferno, which reportedly began around 9 pm in the furniture section, sent shockwaves through the bustling market, the largest in the city.
Heroic firefighters from the Nigerian Fire Service battled the blaze throughout the night, successfully preventing its spread to surrounding shops.
However, their efforts were tragically overshadowed by the loss of a shop owner who perished while attempting to fight the flames himself.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation, casting a shadow over the already devastated market community.
Authorities have assured a thorough probe to determine the origin and implement measures to prevent future tragedies.
