A delegation of parliamentarians from the UNIR party in the Kloto prefecture visited the Kpalimé market on September 30 to express their compassion and solidarity to the victims of the fire that occurred on September 6 and 7. The delegation, led by the President of the Council, aimed to assess the situation of the affected individuals and transmit a message of support. The visit was a gesture of goodwill to alleviate the suffering of the victims.
The delegation met with the mayor of Kloto 1, Afelete Kossi Atigaku, who presented a report on the situation. They then visited the site of the fire to witness the extent of the damage. The parliamentarians took the opportunity to reiterate their compassion and support to the affected traders. Initial evaluations indicated that 25 traders were affected, with estimated material damages exceeding 50 million FCFA.
Senator Dr. Atutonu Amah stated that efforts are underway with the municipality to relocate the victims and provide financial support to enable them to resume their activities. She emphasized that additional initiatives are being implemented to provide support to the affected individuals and encouraged them to remain hopeful and continue engaging with the authorities.
The parliamentarians also focused on prevention measures. Deputy Kwasi Kwadzo Dzodzro advised traders on precautions to take when installing and using electrical equipment in their stores. He urged them to hire qualified electricians and use adequate materials to prevent future incidents. The traders were also encouraged to exercise caution to avoid similar accidents.
The traders appreciated the parliamentarians' gesture of support and solidarity. The president of the women revendeuses de céréales, Mme Salifou Djariétou, expressed her gratitude to the parliamentarians for their visit. The mayor, Atigaku, presented measures to the victims, including a six-month exemption from installation fees and taxes after their relocation.
The delegation's visit demonstrated the government's commitment to supporting the affected individuals. The parliamentarians' efforts aimed to provide relief to those affected by the fire and help them recover from their losses. The initiative was a welcome respite for the traders who were struggling to come to terms with the disaster.
The Kpalimé market fire had a significant impact on the local community, and the parliamentarians' visit was a positive step towards recovery. The government's support and solidarity would go a long way in helping the victims rebuild their businesses and lives. The incident highlighted the importance of safety measures and precautions to prevent similar disasters in the future.
Key points
- The Togolese parliamentarians offered support and solidarity to victims of the Kpalimé market fire.
- The fire resulted in 25 traders being affected, with estimated damages exceeding 50 million FCFA.
- The government has initiated measures to relocate the victims and provide financial support to enable them to resume their activities.
