The Member of Parliament for Ayawaso East, Alhaji Baba Jamal, has announced financial support for traders affected by the recent fire outbreak at the Nima Market in Accra.
During a visit to the scene, the MP expressed concern over the extent of damage caused by the fire and assured victims of immediate assistance to help them recover and restart their businesses. He disclosed that each affected trader will receive GH¢5,000 as interim support.
According to him, local authorities, including the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) and officials from the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), were quickly mobilised to the scene to assist in managing the situation.
“Seeing that this is a serious tragedy that has affected our people last night, my MCE and NADMO officials all rushed here and were able to help. But you can see that some serious devastation has taken place. I want to send my heartfelt sympathies to the people who have lost their wares, and also to all the people who are in this market.
“I call on the government, our president, and the entire nation to come and assist in these difficult times. A few people who have been affected, they have given me their list. And so on my own, I want to offer GH¢5,000 to each of the victims in the interim.”
Beyond the immediate relief, Baba Jamal also used the opportunity to advocate for long-term intervention, urging government support for the construction of a modern market facility within the constituency. He noted that such an infrastructure would improve trading conditions and help reduce the risk of future fire outbreaks.
The fire incident has left several traders counting their losses, with many calling for urgent support to restore their livelihoods.
