Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has expressed his condolences to the victims of the recent fire outbreaks in Aba’s markets.
This unfortunate incident resulted in the loss of goods and valuable possessions for the traders.
In a press release signed by Ferdinand Ekeoma, his Special Adviser on media and publicity, Otti expressed his sadness at the misfortune that the Aba traders had to endure, particularly during a time of economic challenges in the country.
He urged traders in different markets across the state, as well as residents, to prioritize safety measures to prevent future fire incidents, especially during this harmattan season.
The Governor also called on the leaders of various markets, specifically market Chairmen and Chief Security Officers, to take responsibility for ensuring the full protection of these markets.
Otti warned that any form of internal or external sabotage would have severe consequences.
Expressing his joy that no life was lost during the fire outbreaks, Governor Otti assured the traders that his government was determined to get to the remote and immediate cause or causes of the incidents, saying that he already dispatched some government officials led by the General Manager of Greater Aba Development Authority (GADA) and the Mayor of Aba North to assess the magnitude of the fire incidents with a view to providing succour to the victims.
Recall that a section of Asa Nnentu Ala Oji, which is one of the largest motor spare parts markets in the country, was gutted by fire.
