Protecting our markets from fire outbreaks

Author: Emmanuel OkogbaPublished on: June 10, 2026Country: Nigeria

Society & Lifestyle

Protecting our markets from fire outbreaks

A fire destroyed about 15 shops at Akpan Andem Market in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The fire truck had no diesel, leaving traders helpless. The cause was a faulty electrical socket. The editorial calls for mandatory safety inspections, dedicated fire stations, and subsidized micro-insurance schemes for traders.

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