Gov Aliyu orders immediate renovation of ex-President Shagari’s burnt house

Gov Aliyu orders immediate renovation of ex-President Shagari’s burnt house

The first residence of former President Shehu Shagari was severely damaged by a fire. In response, Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has directed the urgent “general” renovation of the historic property.

The governor, accompanied by Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko, visited the site to assess the extent of the damage and subsequently issued the directive through his press secretary, Abubakar Bawa.

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Governor Aliyu described the fire as a regrettable and catastrophic incident that threatened to mar the significance of the esteemed building.

Furthermore, Governor Aliyu has approved the formation of a committee to evaluate the damage caused by a separate fire at a mechanic village in the metropolis.

This development comes as the state continues to address fire-related incidents, demonstrating the government’s commitment to restoring historical structures and supporting affected communities.