Seven residents of Lawanti village in Akko Local Government Area of Gombe State were killed on Saturday in a motor accident along the Damaturu–Maiduguri highway. The victims were reportedly travelling to Maiduguri, Borno State, to attend a wedding ceremony when the crash occurred.
Reacting to the incident, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya described the deaths as a painful and devastating loss to the affected families, Lawanti community and the state. In a statement by his spokesman, Ismaila Uba Misilli, the governor said the tragedy had deeply touched many hearts.
The governor commiserated with the bereaved families, including community leaders and relatives of the victims, and prayed for divine strength for those affected. He also prayed that Allah forgive the departed souls, accept their good deeds and grant them Aljannatul Firdaus.