By Segun Adewale in Gombe
Gombe State Governor, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of five children from the same family in a fatal accident involving a tricycle (NAPEP) conveying them to school and a water tanker, describing the incident as a devastating loss that has robbed the family and the state of five promising young lives.
The children, all members of the Mansir Adamu family, were identified as Maryam Mansir Adamu and Usman Mansir Adamu, both Primary Five pupils of Jekadafari Primary School; Hauwau Mansir Adamu of GJSS Jekadafari; Aliyu Mansir Adamu of GDSS Ahmadu Gombe; and Fatima Mansir Adamu, a student.
According to a Press release issued by Ismaila Uba Misilli,
Director-General ( Press Affairs),
Government House, Gombe, which was made available to Journalists on Tuesday, Governor Inuwa Yahaya described the incident as a heartbreaking tragedy, particularly given the tender ages of the children and the bright futures that lay ahead of them.
He said the loss of five children from one family in a single tragic incident was profoundly painful, not only for their parents and relatives but also for their schools, the Jekadafari community and the entire people of Gombe State.
The Governor lamented that the promising young lives had been cut short at a time when they should have been pursuing their education, nurturing their dreams and looking forward to a future filled with possibilities.
While mourning the deceased, Governor Inuwa Yahaya also offered prayers for the speedy recovery of three other children receiving medical treatment following the accident.
In view of the tragedy, Governor Inuwa Yahaya called on motorists and other road users to exercise utmost caution and responsibility, warning against reckless driving and other dangerous road practices that put innocent lives at risk.
He urged drivers to observe traffic rules and regulations, maintain safe speeds, avoid dangerous manoeuvres and ensure that their vehicles are roadworthy, stressing that no commuting is worth the loss of precious human lives.
He emphasised the need for greater adherence to road safety, particularly when transporting children and other vulnerable passengers, urging all road users to make safety their foremost priority.
The Governor extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, the management and staff of the affected schools, their classmates, friends and the wider community, praying Almighty Allah to grant the deceased children Aljannatul Firdaus and give their parents and other family members the fortitude to bear this monumental loss.
