President Muhammadu Buhari has reacted to the explosion at a Kano factory on Friday, describing it as " extremely horrific".
Speaking in a statement by spokesman, Garba Shehu, Buhari stated that he was distressed by the tragic incident, the second in the city within four weeks.
No fewer than 200 residents in Sharada Quarters in Kano were rushed to the hospital for medical attention after inhaling chemicals from a cylinder dismantled by metal scrappers.
Commenting on the unfortunate development, President Buhari assured that emergency response agencies and medical personnel were doing what they could to save lives.
"Our brave emergency response agencies and medical workers are trying their best to save lives", the president stated.
Speaking further, the president disclosed that the federal government was in constant communication with field workers and health facilities.
Buhari sent a message of commendation to the Kano government for its swift response and the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development.
He also expressed gratitude to hospitals, National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), State Emergency Management Agencies (SEMA) and the Nigerian Red Cross for supporting the victims.
The president further wished those affected by the accident a quick recovery.
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