Jigawa State Governor Loses Son 24 Hours After Wife’s Death

Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has once again been plunged into mourning as his eldest son, Abdulwahab, died in a motor accident today,  Thursday, December 26, 2024.

This news comes just a day after the governor mourned the passing of his mother, Maryam Namadi, who died on Wednesday after a brief illness.

ASIWAJU MEDIA reports that Abdulwahab was involved in a motor accident while returning from Kafin Hausa to Dutse with his friends.

The vehicle he was driving lost control, causing it to somersault. Some of his friends are currently receiving treatment at the Dutse General Hospital, reports reveal.

he Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Hamisu Gumel, confirmed the incident in a statement.

He said, “With a heavy heart, Governor Umar Namadi announces the passing of his beloved son, Abdulwahab Umar Namadi.

“The 24-year-old departed this world on Thursday, December 26, 2024, due to a ghastly motor accident along the Dutse-Kafin-Hausa Road.

“The burial rites are currently underway in Kafin Hausa town in accordance with Islamic traditions.”