Caleb Mutfwang, governor of Plateau, has pledged the state government’s support for traders affected by the fire outbreak at the Terminus market.
On Wednesday at midnight, more than 500 makeshift shops at the Terminus market in the Jos north LGA of Plateau state were destroyed by a fire outbreak.
Speaking on Thursday during a visit to the scene of the incident, Mutfwang expressed sadness over the loss of goods and livelihoods to the disaster.
“I have been duly briefed by security agencies that the fire was likely caused by an electrical spark, a risk exacerbated by the nature of the makeshift structures erected around the premises of the market,” he said.
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“It is painful that a moment of carelessness or negligence could lead to such devastating consequences.”
The governor commiserated with the traders over their loss, noting that the incident is a major setback to the economic growth of the state.
He noted that the fire outbreak occurred at a time the state is experiencing numerous security and economic challenges.
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Mutfwang appealed for the cooperation of the traders, as the state explored safer alternatives for business operations across Jos metropolis.
“I want to sincerely commiserate with all the traders who lost their goods; it is a huge setback, but I assure you that the government will explore ways to support you in rebuilding and restarting your businesses,” he added.
