Ganduje Mourns Kano Athletes, Calls for Investigation into Tragic Crash
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| Ganduje Mourns Kano Athletes, Calls for Investigation into Tragic Crash |
Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, former Governor of Kano State and current APC National Chairman, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of 22 members of the Kano State sports team, who died in a road accident while returning from the National Sports Festival in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
The tragic incident occurred when the vehicle transporting the athletes plunged off a bridge near Dakatsalle, close to Kura Local Government Area in Kano.
In a statement released through his Chief Press Secretary, Edwin Olofu, Ganduje described the loss as a painful tragedy that extends beyond Kano State, calling it a national disaster.
“These athletes were young, patriotic Nigerians who set out to represent their state and country with pride and dedication. Their untimely death is not only heartbreaking for their families but also for the entire nation,” Ganduje said.
He highlighted the athletes’ dedication and potential, emphasizing that they represented the future of Nigerian sports and were a source of pride for Kano.
Ganduje extended his condolences to the bereaved families, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, and Nigeria’s sporting community, offering prayers for the repose of the departed and strength for the families.
He further called for a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances of the accident and urged authorities to improve safety measures for athletes traveling for national events.
“May Almighty Allah grant eternal rest to the deceased and the strength to their families to bear this unimaginable loss,” Ganduje concluded.
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