Seventeen children lost their lives in a fire at an Islamic school in Zamfara state, raising concerns about safety protocols in similar institutions.
Tragic Fire Claims Lives of 17 Pupils at Islamic School in Nigeria
Tragic Fire Claims Lives of 17 Pupils at Islamic School in Nigeria
A devastating school fire in Northern Nigeria has left a community grieving the loss of young lives.
At least 17 students were killed and several others injured in a tragic fire incident at an Islamic school in Kauran Namoda, Zamfara state, Nigeria. Reports indicate that the fire broke out in a nearby residence on Tuesday night, quickly spreading to the school while the pupils, reportedly teenagers, were asleep. Emergency services responded to the scene, but by the time they arrived, the fire had caused extensive casualties.
Eyewitness Yahaya Mahi spoke with BBC Hausa, explaining the difficulties responders faced due to narrow access routes to the scene. He highlighted the challenges firefighters would have encountered even with a timely response. Local official Mannir Haidara announced that inspections would commence on other Islamic schools in the area to assess their fire safety measures and prevent future tragedies of this nature.
The father of one of the deceased expressed his devastation but found solace in his faith during this tragic time. The community is in mourning following the devastating loss, calling attention to the need for stricter safety regulations in educational institutions across Nigeria.
As the investigation continues, the hope remains that measures will be put in place to ensure the safety and well-being of students in similar environments throughout the country.
