The Kano State Authorities has stated it should give N1m to every of the households of the 22 athletes who died in a street accident whereas coming back from the Nationwide Sports activities Pageant in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
The announcement was made by the Deputy Governor of Kano State, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, throughout a go to to Nasarawa Hospital, the place the our bodies of the deceased have been deposited.
He spoke on behalf of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.
Comrade Gwarzo known as the incident a painful tragedy.
“This can be a very unhappy day for Kano and all the nation. These younger athletes had simply represented the state with pleasure at a nationwide occasion, and a few even received gold medals. Sadly, their lives have been lower quick just some kilometers from house, ”he stated
He additionally talked about that the federal government will present meals and different aid gadgets to help the grieving households.
He stated Governor Yusuf had ordered that monetary help be given instantly to the households of the deceased and that correct medical care ought to be offered for the injured athletes.
“Now we have recognized 20 of the victims right here, whereas two others have already been taken house by their households. The Governor has requested the state authorities to completely help the affected households and ensure the injured get the perfect remedy,” Gwarzo stated.
He assured that the federal government would maintain supporting the households and deal with the scenario with care and duty.
“On behalf of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and the individuals of Kano State, we ship our heartfelt condolences to the households of those that died. Could Allah forgive their sins and grant them Jannatul Firdaus,” he stated.
The Deputy Governor additionally visited Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital to consolation the seven injured athletes receiving remedy.