Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu pledges government support for victims of a fire that breaks out at the SPAR shopping complex in Calabar on Saturday. He promises immediate intervention aimed at reducing losses and helping affected businesses recover. His assurance is delivered through his deputy, Dr Peter Odey, during a visit to the scene and the victims.
The outlets agree on the incident date, the location at SPAR in Calabar, and the governor’s commitment to assistance. Vanguard reports that the deputy conveys the pledge, while The Punch likewise states that Otu offers “full government support” and immediate help. Both accounts focus on recovery and mitigation rather than assigning causes of the fire or detailing compensation measures.
