NIGERIA: Katcha LG Chair, Danlami Saku, Dies in Tragic Road Accident
By Onoja Baba, Nigeria
In a somber development, the Chairman of Katcha Local Government Area in Niger State, Danlami Saku, lost his life in a fatal car accident on Tuesday evening near Kwakuti village along the Minna-Suleja road.
Saku was en route to Abuja for an official engagement when the tragedy occurred. Two other occupants in the vehicle sustained injuries and are currently receiving treatment.
The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Muazu Jantabo, confirmed the incident in a statement released on Wednesday.
“It is with deep sadness but total submission to the will of Allah that I, on behalf of the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, send my heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and people of Katcha Local Government Area over the sudden and tragic loss of the Chairman, Danlami Saku,” Jantabo stated.
The Commissioner described Saku as a dedicated leader whose efforts to drive the development of Katcha Local Government would not be forgotten.
“The shocking news of his passing in a motor accident along the Minna-Abuja road yesterday, 10th December 2024, is a great loss not only to his loved ones but to the entire state,” Jantabo added.