President Bola Tinubu has consoled the families of the Kano State contingent
received with deep sorrow the tragic news of an accident involving members of the Kano State contingent who died in a fatal road crash while returning from the just concluded National Sports Festival in Ogun State.
In a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, he extended heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Kano State, and the victims’ loved ones..
The President said, “This is a devastating blow to the nation. It casts a shadow over the National Sports Festival, a celebration of unity, talent, and excellence.
“It has long served as a platform for discovering and nurturing athletes who bring pride to Nigeria on both national and international stages.”
He paid tribute to the victims, whose dedication and aspirations in their various vocations embodied the resilient Nigerian spirit.
Besides, he affirmed that the greatest honour the country can accord them is to take concrete steps to prevent such tragedies in the future and improve safety standards across the nation’s transportation systems.
The President prayed for the peaceful repose of the souls of the departed and asked God Almighty to grant strength and comfort to the bereaved families.
