The Katsina State Government House in Katsina reportedly caught fire early Monday morning. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined.

According to a nearby resident, Alhaji Bashir, the fire began around 6 a.m. "I saw a fire service truck rushing in. I was at home after morning prayers when I noticed the truck entering the Government House," he said. "I later learned that there was a fire in the red chamber where Governor Dikko usually hosts guests."

Attempts to reach the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ibrahim Mohammed, for further details were unsuccessful, as he did not respond to calls.