The immediate former Deputy Governor of Bauchi State, Sen. Baba Tela, has lost two of his children in a fatal motor crash.

The tragic deaths of the two children, Mustapha and Ummi, occurred on Saturday when the car they were travelling in crashed along the Bauchi-Azare road on their way back to Bauchi from Azare, headquarters of Katagum LGA.

It was reported that the two died on the spot following the impact of the crash, and their corpses were moved to a hospital in Bauchi where the deaths were confirmed.

Meanwhile, Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has expressed deep sorrow and heartfelt condolences over the tragedy that claimed the lives of the two children of his former deputy.

The Governor, on behalf of his family, the government, and the good people of Bauchi State in a statement signed by Mukhtar Gidado, Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the Governor, extended his deepest condolences to Baba Tela over the tragic death of his beloved children, Mustapha and Ummi, who lost their lives in a ghastly motor accident along the Bauchi-Azare road while returning from Azare.

Bala Mohammed said he received the heartbreaking news with profound shock and sadness, describing the incident as a painful tragedy that has cast a shadow of grief over the entire state.

The Governor also said the loss of two young lives in such tragic circumstances is not only a devastating blow to Senator Baba Tela and his immediate family but also a painful loss to the entire people of Bauchi State.

He prayed that Almighty Allah (SWT) would grant the departed eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus and give their parents, family members, friends, and all those affected the strength, patience, and fortitude to bear the loss.

The Governor urged the bereaved family to take solace in the will of Almighty Allah, reminding them that every soul shall return to its Creator at the appointed time.

He assured Senator Baba Tela of the thoughts, prayers, and solidarity of the government and people of Bauchi State during this difficult period.

The Governor also extended his heartfelt sympathies to all those affected by the accident and prayed for the speedy recovery of those who sustained injuries.

Bala Mohammed urged residents of the state to join him in praying for the peaceful repose of the souls of the deceased and for Allah’s comfort upon the bereaved family.

The funeral prayer for the deceased is scheduled to take place on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at the Emir’s Palace, Bauchi, by 11:00am.

He prayed that Almighty Allah (SWT) would forgive their shortcomings, admit them into Aljannatul Firdaus, and grant comfort and strength to all those mourning the loss. (Sunday Tribune)