By Lateef Ibrahim, Abuja
The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of 19 athletes from Kano State who lost their lives in a fatal accident while returning from the 22nd National Sports Festival, tagged “Gateway Games 2025,” held in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
In his reaction, on behalf of the Northern Governors, the NSGF Chairman, described the incident as heartbreaking and deeply painful, stating that the entire Northern region is in grief over the loss of these young and promising athletes who had gone to represent their state and showcase their talents on a national stage.
According to him, “These young athletes were more than representatives of Kano State; they were shining symbols of hope and promise for our region and the entire nation.
“Their exploits at the sports festival made us proud, and their untimely deaths are a painful reminder of life’s fragility”, he stated.
The Gombe Governor extended his heartfelt condolences to his Kano counterpart, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, the government, and the bereaved families of the victims.
Continuing, the Governor said, “As a forum, we share in the grief and are committed to standing by the government and people of Kano State as they go through this dark and difficult moment. “
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