Tragedy has struck the family of Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, for the second time in 24 hours, as his eldest son, Abdulwahab Umar Namadi, died in a fatal car accident.
The heartbreaking incident occurred on Thursday when Abdulwahab was returning to Dutse from Kafin Hausa with his friends. According to reports, the vehicle lost control and somersaulted, resulting in Abdulwahab’s death at the scene. His friends sustained varying degrees of injuries and are currently receiving treatment at the Dutse General Hospital.
A close family source described the incident as a “double tragedy” that has left the family devastated. “It is a double tragedy that has deeply shaken the family. The governor is still mourning the loss of his mother, and now this. It is a very difficult time for the family,” the source said.
The governor’s mother, Hajiya Maryam Namadi, passed away just a day before the accident.
Funeral prayers for Abdulwahab were held at the Kafin Hausa Central Mosque and were attended by top government officials, traditional rulers, and community leaders.
Speaking after the burial, Governor Namadi expressed his deep grief but urged for prayers and patience. “It is Allah’s will, and we cannot question it. I urge everyone to remember us in their prayers during this challenging period,” he said.
Residents of Dutse and Kafin Hausa have been visiting the governor’s residence to offer their condolences, with many describing Abdulwahab as a promising young man.
A family friend, Musa Ibrahim, said, “He was a humble and responsible young man with a promising future. He was well-loved by many and always showed respect to elders. This is a huge loss not just for the family but for the entire state.”
The Jigawa State Information Commissioner, Malam Sagir Musa, also expressed condolences on behalf of the government. “We mourn with His Excellency and his family. This is indeed a painful moment for all of us in Jigawa State. May Allah grant the deceased Aljannah Firdaus,” he said in a statement.
Meanwhile, hospital officials have confirmed that Abdulwahab’s friends are responding well to treatment and remain in stable condition.
This double tragedy has cast a shadow of mourning across Jigawa State, with sympathies pouring in from citizens and officials alike.
