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NNPP Chieftain, Ajadi Mourns Kano Athletes, Sympathises With State Govt, Families Of Deceased
A Chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, (NNPP) in the South West, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo has mourned the death of 20 Kano Athletes, who were returning to Kano State after participating in the 22nd edition of the National Sports Festival (NSF) in Ogun State.
A bus conveying 30 of the athletes was said to have been involved in a crash which occurred at the Dakatsalle Bridge in the Kura Local Government Area of Kano State.
The vehicle reportedly veered off the bridge, leading to multiple fatalities and injuries.
Ajadi, in a statement on Sunday, described the incident as a very sad one, especially given that the athletes were vibrant young people, who were looking forward to a warm reception from their fans and families after proudly donning the colours of Kano State at the just-concluded Gateway Games 2024, and who had a bright future ahead of them.
Expressing condolences to the government and people of Kano State over the incident, Ajadi prayed for the repose of the souls of the deceased, calling on the Almighty God to console their families and give them the fortitude to bear the losses.
He also called on the governments at both the states and federal levels to improve road facilities to avoid such an incident in the future.
According to him, “It is indeed saddening and distressing that 20 athletes, who had represented Kano State at the just concluded Gateway 2024 Games, lost their lives in the most traumatizing and painful circumstances.
“This is a painful incident coming few days to the Eid-el- Kabir. These young people were budding stars, who had a lot to give their state and country with their talents skills, and creativity. In particular,
“it is tragic that their beloved family members who were looking forward to receiving them after a memorable outing at the National Sports Festival will never get to see their beautiful faces again. My prayers and thoughts are with their families and friends at this terrible period
“Like all other parents, I am deeply saddened by this incident. I pray that Almighty God will grant them eternal rest.
“I commiserate with His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State and the people of the state over this unfortunate incident. I pray that we will never witness this kind of tragic incident again.
“l also call on various state governments and the federal governments to improve road facilities to avoid such avoidable deaths on our roads.”
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