Kaduna State Deputy Governor, Dr Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, on Sunday visited the scene of the Saturday gas explosion in Sabon Tasha area of the state which killed six persons including Prof. Simon P. Mallam, Chairman of Nigeria Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC). The deputy governor also paid a condolence visit to the family of late Prof. Simon P. Mallam, at his Gonin Gora residence where she said the country has lost an intellectual giant. Speaking with journalists after her visit, the deputy governor expressed sadness over the incidence and prayed for the quick recovery of those injured. The deputy governor stressed the need for businessmen to always adhere to government regulations in siting business, saying there are designated business areas set aside by the government. The deputy governor, however, commended the security and safety agencies for the teamwork which saved human lives and other neighbouring buildings.

Source: Nigerian Tribune January 05, 2020 19:52 UTC