Jigawa Gov. Namadi Mourns Kano Athletes

By Mohammed Abubakar Dutse

Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa state has condoled with his Kano state counterpart, Abba Kabir Yusuf on the death of Kano state Athletes on Saturday on their return from the just concluded National Sports Festival in Ogun state.

In a condolence message on Monday, Namadi’s Chief Press Secretary, Hamisu Mohammed Gumel, the Jigawa governor said he was deeply saddened by the tragic accident that claimed the lives of over 20 athletes, coaches, and officials from Kano State, who were involved in the fatal auto crash in Kura local government area of the state.

According to him, “This heartbreaking incident, which occurred on the Chiromawa Bridge along the Kano-Zaria expressway on Saturday, May 31, 2025, has left our hearts heavy with grief.

“These were young, talented, and dedicated individuals who represented the very best of youth, sportsmanship, and service to their state and the nation at large,’

Namadi extended his deepest condolences to Yusuf, the Government of Kano State, the bereaved families, and the entire sports community across Nigeria.

“The governor shares in the pain and sorrow of this moment and prays for the repose of the souls of the departed and the speedy recovery of those who sustained injuries in the accident.

“At this difficult time, Jigawa State stands in solidarity with the people of Kano State.

“May Allah (SWT) grant the deceased Janatul Firdaus, comfort the grieving families, and avert such tragedies in the future.”