A lecturer at Bayero University, Kano, Prof. Mainasara Yakubu Kurfi, has condemned what he described as unethical price increases by traders at the popular Singer Market following recent fire outbreaks that destroyed goods worth billions of naira.
The Singer Market in Kano was recently hit by two separate fire incidents, leaving many traders counting heavy losses. In the aftermath, government officials and politicians extended sympathy, prayers, and financial support to affected traders to help them recover from the tragedy.
In a statement shared on his verified Facebook page on Wednesday, Prof. Kurfi expressed disappointment that some traders allegedly resorted to hoarding and inflating the prices of essential commodities instead of easing the burden on residents, especially during the holy month of Ramadan. He urged them to “fear Allah” and remember their moral responsibility to the community.
Kurfi stressed that Ramadan is a period that calls for compassion, fairness, and consideration for the welfare of others. He warned that exploiting the situation to make excessive profit undermines the spirit of the season and further strains households already grappling with economic hardship.
The comments have sparked renewed conversations about pricing practices in local markets and the need for ethical conduct, particularly during periods of crisis and religious observance.
Ramadan: BUK Professor Slams Alleged Price Hikes by Singer Market Traders After Fire Incident
