Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano has declared Monday, June 2, 2025, a public holiday in honour of 22 athletes and officials who lost their lives in a fatal road crash.
The victims were returning to Kano from the National Sports Festival when the accident occurred along the Kano–Zaria expressway.
In a statement issued by Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, his spokesperson, the governor expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy and extended condolences to the bereaved families.
“On behalf of the government and the good people of Kano State, we wish to extend our heartfelt condolences over the unfortunate incident that occurred to the brave Kano team members on their way back home,” the statement read.
The delegation included athletes, coaches, and officials who represented Kano in various events at the just concluded National Sports Festival.
“It is with a deeply saddened heart that I received the tragic news of the unfortunate incident which claimed the lives of 22 innocent citizens and left several others injured.
“On behalf of the government and the good people of Kano State, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased. We mourn with you and share in your grief,” the governor said.
Yusuf described the incident as a dark moment for Kano and urged residents to remain calm and united in grief.
He said the government would provide all necessary support to the victims and their families.
While currently in Saudi Arabia for the 2025 Hajj operations, the governor directed that Monday be set aside as a public holiday to allow citizens to pray and show solidarity with the affected families.
The government also urged imams and Muslims within and outside Kano to offer prayers for the souls of the deceased and strength for their families.
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