By Jude Atupulazi
The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has commiserated with the victims of a devastating fire incident that occurred at Ahịa Mgbede, opposite the New Motor Spare Parts Market in Nnewi, in the early hours of Tuesday.
In a press statement signed by Mr Christian Aburime, Press Secretary to the Governor, Tuesday, Soludo regretted that the tragic event had resulted in significant loss of property and livelihood for numerous business owners, plunging them into immense hardship and despair.
While assuring the affected victims of his solidarity at this difficult time, the Governor commended the efforts of the Anambra State Fire Service and other emergency responders who, he said, worked tirelessly to contain the fire and minimize further damage.
Also, Governor Soludo urged market leaders and business owners across the state to always exercise caution and adhere to fire safety guidelines to prevent such tragic occurrences.