The Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Yahaya, on Saturday expressed deep sadness over the tragic motor accident that claimed the lives of seven persons from Lawanti community in Akko Local Government Area.

The victims were reportedly on their way to Maiduguri, Borno State, to attend a wedding ceremony.

Reacting to the sad news, Yahaya, in a press statement signed by, Director-General Press Affairs, Gombe Government House, Ismaila Misilli, described the incident as a painful and devastating loss, not only to the affected families but also to the entire Lawanti community, Akko LGA, and Gombe State at large.

He noted that the untimely death of such precious souls has deeply touched the hearts of all, adding that “no words can adequately console families who have lost loved ones under such tragic circumstances.”

The governor commiserated with the families of the victims, particularly the District Head of Jalingo, Bello Hassan Babangida, who lost his sister and niece; Idris Lawanti Maigari, who lost his daughter; and Idris A. Isah Lawanti, the Councillor representing Akko Ward, who also lost close relatives.

“I pray that Almighty Allah grants the bereaved families, relatives and the entire Lawanti community the strength, patience and fortitude to bear this immense loss, and that He envelops the departed souls in His mercy,” he added.

Yahaya also prayed that Allah forgives the shortcomings of the deceased, accepts their good deeds, and grants them Aljannatul Firdaus. (PUNCH)