SWAN Mourns Death of Kano Contingent Returning from National Sports Festival

By Ikemefuna Asika

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Kano State Chapter has expressed their sadness over by the tragic news of a ghastly auto crash involving the Kano State contingent returning from the National Sports Festival in Ogun State.

The accident which occurred in Dakstalle town, approximately 50 kilometers from Kano, resulted in the loss of 19 precious lives which include athletes, journalists, medical personnel, and administrators who were part of the Kano State delegation to the National Sports Festival.

The incident has sent shockwaves throughout the state, with many mourning the loss of these talented individuals.

According to the release by Zaharadeen Sale, Chairman SWAN Kano State Chapter, “we extend our heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of the deceased. May Almighty Allah forgive their shortcomings and grant them Jannatul Fiddausi as their final abode. We pray for the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.

“We stand in solidarity with the affected families and the Kano State government during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with the injured, and we hope for their speedy recovery.”

They prayed that Almighty Allah will grant the bereaved families the strength to cope with the immense loss.

” We pray that the souls of the departed rest in eternal peace”.