Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed profound sympathy to the residents of Danbatta Local Government Area in the wake of a tragic road accident that resulted in the loss of five lives on Sunday.
This message of condolence was shared in a statement released on Monday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa.
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The deadly crash took place near Shantake, roughly seven kilometers from Danbatta town. The victims were reportedly on their way back to Kano after accompanying a newlywed bride to her new home in Bauchi, when the unfortunate incident occurred.
Tragically, the victims included members of the same extended family. Alhaji Surajo, the elder sibling, lost two of his children in the accident, while his younger brother, Alhaji Salisu Dan Raino, lost three, making up the five fatalities.
In his message, Governor Yusuf referred to the incident as “a devastating loss that has cast a shadow of grief over the entire state.”
He extended prayers for solace and resilience for the grieving families and the broader Danbatta community.
“This tragedy has deeply touched us all. The pain of losing loved ones in such a horrific manner is unimaginable. On behalf of the government and people of Kano State, I extend our deepest sympathies and prayers to the affected families, Danbatta Local Government Chairman, and the entire people of the area,” the governor said.
Governor Yusuf further reassured the affected community of the state government’s unwavering support during this sorrowful time and prayed for Almighty Allah to grant eternal peace to the departed and strength to their loved ones to endure the loss.
