Governors Unite in Grief: NGF Mourns Kano Athletes Killed in Festival Return Tragedy
National Tragedy: NGF Breaks Silence on Kano Athletes' Demise The Nigeria Governors' Forum (NGF) has voiced collective anguish following the fatal auto crash that claimed the lives of Kano State athletes returning from the National Sports Festival in Ogun State. NGF Chairman and Kwara Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq personally signed a condolence statement Saturday, calling the incident "a devastating loss to Nigerian sports." The Heartbreaking Context Journey Cut Short: Athletes were en route home after competing at Nigeria’s premier multi-sport event. Unspecified Toll: Exact number of casualties not disclosed; investigation ongoing. Festival Aftermath: Incident casts shadow over the just-concluded national celebration of sportsmanship. NGF’s Official Condolences AbdulRazaq’s statement emphasized: "We extend heartfelt condolences to the athletes’ families, Kano State, and Nigeria’s sports community. We pray Allah grants the departed eternal rest and strengthens their loved ones."Key messages: Unified grief from all 36 state governors Recognition of athletes as "national […]
