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Yusuf lauds Tinubu, APC Governors for ₦8 billion support to Singer Market traders

Abba Yusuf has thanked President Bola Tinubu and the governors of the All Progressives Congress for donating ₦8 billion to the victims of the Singer Market fire.

• February 17, 2026
Abba Yusuf with President Bola Tinubu
Abba Yusuf with President Bola Tinubu [Credit: TheCable]

Abba Yusuf has thanked President Bola Tinubu and the governors of the All Progressives Congress for donating ₦8 billion to the victims of the Singer Market fire.

Mr Yusuf, in a statement on Tuesday, explained that the support comprised ₦5 billion from the federal government and ₦3 billion from the APC governors across the country.

Mr Yusuf described the intervention as timely and compassionate, stating that it would significantly cushion the devastating impact of the fire on the traders and their families.

The Kano governor said the gesture demonstrated Mr Tinubu’s commitment to the welfare of Nigerians, particularly in moments of distress and national emergencies.

Mr Yusuf also commended the APC governors for their solidarity and brotherly support, describing their ₦3 billion contribution as a strong reflection of the party’s unity and shared responsibility.

He assured that the funds would be utilised transparently for the rebuilding of the affected shops and for the provision of direct assistance to genuine victims of the disaster.

Mr Yusuf pledged that his administration would work closely with the relevant federal agencies, APC stakeholders, and market associations to ensure proper and equitable disbursement of the relief funds.

He further called on the affected traders to remain calm and hopeful, assuring them that his administration would complement the intervention with additional support measures.

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