Obi Visits Traders Affected by Eda Plaza Fire in Abuja

Nigeria democratic congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has visited traders affected by the recent fire outbreak at Eda Plaza in Jabi, Abuja, where more than 45 traders reportedly lost their shops.

Obi, who met with some of the affected traders, said many were still clearing debris and attempting to salvage what they could from the ruins.

He expressed sympathy with the victims and pledged his support as they begin rebuilding their livelihoods.

“For many of these traders, their shops represent years of hard work, savings, sacrifice and hope. What was lost is therefore far more than physical structures and merchandise; livelihoods have been disrupted, dreams have been set back, and families have been placed under additional hardship,” Obi said.

He stressed the need for governments to support citizens, particularly during periods of hardship and vulnerability.

“My consistent position has been that government must always care for its people, particularly in moments of difficulty and vulnerability,” he said.

“In times like this, leadership must be measured not only by what government builds, but also by how it stands with citizens when they lose what they have painstakingly built.”

Obi prayed for the affected traders and expressed hope that they would receive the strength, resources and opportunities needed to recover and rebuild their businesses.