The Executive Secretary of the Bauchi State Health Contributory Management Agency (BASHCMA), Alhaji Ibrahim Ladan Duguri, and four of his children have died in a fatal motor accident at Yalwan Duguri in Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State.
The accident reportedly occurred on Saturday evening, according to a statement issued by the Bauchi State Government on Sunday.
The deceased children were identified as Hajara, Usman, Rukayya and Maryam, while another son, Suleiman, reportedly survived the crash.
Reacting to the tragedy, Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed expressed sadness over the deaths, describing the incident as a monumental loss to the state.
The governor described Duguri as a dedicated public servant who contributed significantly to efforts to improve access to healthcare services, particularly for less privileged residents.
He noted that the deceased played an important role in advancing the state’s health contributory management system during his tenure as head of BASHCMA.
Mohammed also recalled Duguri’s contributions to medical teams during pilgrimage exercises in Saudi Arabia, where he helped provide healthcare services to pilgrims.
The governor said the tragedy was particularly painful because Duguri was not only a valued public servant but also his close friend and classmate.
He prayed for the recovery of Suleiman, who survived the accident, and asked Allah to grant the deceased and his four children eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus.
Mohammed also called on residents to support the bereaved family with prayers and compassion during the period of mourning.
UGAMATV reports that the funeral prayer for the deceased was scheduled to hold at 11 a.m. on Sunday, October 18, at the palace of the District Head of Yalwan Duguri.
