A fire outbreak has destroyed the main library of Kano State Polytechnic located along Yahaya Gusau Road in Kano.
The incident reportedly damaged valuable books, academic records, and important equipment used for teaching and research activities in the institution.
The development has raised concerns among staff members and students of the polytechnic.
Union Describes Incident as Major Setback
The incident was confirmed in a statement issued by the Kano State chairman of the National Library Staff Union, Malam Nazir Muhammad.
According to the statement, the fire destroyed several educational materials and working tools inside the library building.
The union described the incident as a major setback to academic research, teaching, and knowledge preservation at the institution.
It also expressed sympathy to affected library staff, students, and the management of the school.
Calls for Support to Rebuild Library
Following the fire outbreak, the union appealed to the government, educational authorities, and well-meaning Nigerians to support efforts to rebuild the destroyed facility.
The library was described as an important part of the institution’s academic system because it supports students’ learning and research activities.
The union stressed the need for urgent intervention to restore the damaged facility and replace lost materials.
Cause of Fire Yet to Be Confirmed
As of the time of filing this report, authorities had not officially confirmed the cause of the fire outbreak.
The incident also comes amid reports of repeated fire outbreaks recently recorded within the institution.
Investigations are expected to determine the cause and extent of the damage caused by the fire.
