Flames and Fear: Sokoto’s Kara Market Goes Up in Smoke as Ramadan Begins

Tragedy struck Sokoto State early Saturday as a massive fire engulfed the bustling Kara Market, leaving shops and grain stores in ruins. The inferno, which erupted in the early hours, spread rapidly, reducing countless businesses to ashes just as Ramadan begins.

Firefighters rushed to the scene, battling to contain the blaze while panicked shop owners and nearby residents scrambled to salvage their belongings, fearing the fire might spread to their homes.

The exact cause of the fire remains unknown, but the destruction has sent shockwaves through the community. Efforts to reach the market’s general manager were unsuccessful, as he was preoccupied with preventing looting amid the chaos.

This marks yet another devastating market fire in Sokoto, raising urgent questions about fire safety and emergency response in the state. As affected traders count their losses, many are left wondering—how many more markets must burn before real action is taken?