Former President Muhammadu Buhari has sympathized with the government and people of Niger and Kano state following the tragic loss of lives numbering more than hundred (100) persons in a flash flood that destroyed homes and displaced thousands of residents in Niger.
Garba Shehu, the spokesperson of the former president in a statement released on Sunday explained that Buhari condoled with the Kano state government over the unfortunate demise of 22 young athletes, and officials, who died in a ghastly auto crash in the state.
In his messages to the bereaved families, governments, and the people of Niger and Kano states, the former president said the tragic incidents, happening in a quick sequence had left him shocked and devastated as it did many people in different parts of the world.
“I am deeply pained by the loss of lives due to the floods in Niger state and the road accident in Kano state. The deaths are painful and devastating.
“Condolences to the families and friends of all those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon,” he said.