In an official assertion launched by the State Home on Saturday, the President mourned the lack of the younger Kano athletes
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow following the highway accident that claimed the lives of members of the Kano State contingent coming back from the Nationwide Sports activities Competition in Ogun State.
In an official assertion launched by the State Home on Saturday, the president mourned the lack of the younger Kano athletes, who had simply accomplished their participation within the twenty second Nationwide Sports activities Competition — an occasion that showcases the nation’s unity, expertise, and sporting excellence.
“It is a devastating blow to the nation. It casts a shadow over the Nationwide Sports activities Competition, a celebration of unity, expertise, and excellence. It has lengthy served as a platform for locating and nurturing athletes who deliver delight to Nigeria on each nationwide and worldwide phases,” the president stated.
On behalf of the federal authorities, Mr Tinubu prolonged heartfelt condolences to the federal government and other people of Kano State, and to the households who misplaced their family members within the tragic crash.
He paid particular tribute to the victims, noting that their arduous work and goals mirrored the energy and perseverance of the Nigerian spirit.
“Their dedication and aspirations of their numerous vocations embodied the resilient Nigerian spirit,” he stated.
In keeping with stories, Saturday’s deadly crash occurred about 50 kilometers from Kano, shortly after the group handed by means of Kaduna State.
The athletes, who had simply completed competing within the Gateway Video games 2024, had been returning residence to rejoice their efficiency with household and buddies.
Kano State had completed thirteenth on the general NSF medals desk, with a haul of six gold, 13 silver, and 10 bronze medals.
The president confused the necessity to honour the Kano athletes’ reminiscence by taking sturdy, sensible steps to enhance transport security nationwide and forestall such heartbreaking occasions sooner or later.
“The best honour the nation can accord them is to take concrete steps to stop such tragedies sooner or later and enhance security requirements throughout the nation’s transportation programs.”
He additionally prayed for the peaceable remainder of the departed and requested God to consolation the grieving households.
