Gombe Governor Yahaya mourns five children lost in crash

Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya expressed deep sorrow over the death of five children from the Mansir Adamu family, who were killed in a road accident involving a school-bound tricycle and a water tanker. The victims included Maryam Mansir Adamu and Usman Mansir Adamu, both Primary Five pupils at Jekadafari Primary School; Hauwau Mansir Adamu from GJSS Jekadafari; Aliyu Mansir Adamu from GDSS Ahmadu Gombe; and Fatima Mansir Adamu, a student.

Governor Yahaya described the incident as a devastating tragedy that robbed the family and the state of promising young lives. He noted that the loss was particularly painful as the children were at an age where they should be pursuing education.

The governor also prayed for the recovery of three other children receiving medical treatment due to the accident. He urged motorists to obey traffic regulations, avoid excessive speed, and ensure vehicles are roadworthy, stressing the importance of caution when transporting children and vulnerable passengers.