Majia Fire Incident: Kano Gov’t Donates N100 Million To Survivors
The Kano State Government has donated One Hundred Million Naira to assist victims of the recent fire disaster in Majia, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State.
Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf announced the donation during a condolence visit to Governor Umar Namadi Danmodi at the Government House in Dutse on Thursday.
In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf emphasized that the donation was meant to provide relief to the families of those who lost their lives and to support the treatment of those injured in the fire.
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He highlighted the strong historical and cultural ties between Kano and Jigawa States, underscoring Kano’s solidarity with its neighbors during this time of grief.
The governor also extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and those recovering from injuries, offering prayers for the Almighty to prevent future tragedies of this nature.
In his response, Governor Umar Namadi expressed deep gratitude on behalf of the people of Jigawa State, thanking Kano State for its generous support during such a difficult time.
He assured that the funds would be judiciously used to aid the victims and their families.
Governor Namadi also disclosed that, as of Thursday evening, 167 lives had been lost, and 67 people were receiving treatment at various medical facilities within and outside the state.
