Jonathan, Buhari, Atiku, Governors Condole Gov Namadi Over Mother, Son’s Death

Chuks Okocha and Deji Elumoye in Abuja

Former Presidents Goodluck Jonathan, Muhammadu Buhari, former Vice President Atiku Abubukar and Governors in the country have commiserated with Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, over the passing of his son, Abdulwahab Namadi, who died in a car crash barely 24 hours after the passing of his mother, Hajiya Maryam Namadi.

 Jonathan in a condolence message issued yesterday, expressed sadness over the tragic loss, describing it as shocking and painful.
 Jonathan stated: “I convey my deepest condolences to you and your family over the tragic loss of your beloved mother and son within such a short span of time. I am profoundly saddened by this devastating news, and my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

“Losing a cherished mother is an irreplaceable loss, as is the untimely demise of a beloved son. I cannot imagine the depth of pain you must be enduring. I want you to know that my heart goes out to you and your family. Please take solace in the Almighty’s grace and in the cherished memories of the moments you shared with them.”

Buhari described as painful and terrifying the death in a sequence of Namadi’s mother and son within 24 hours of each other.
He urged him to accept what happened as the will of Allah, “Who gives and takes away life.”
The former president, in a telephone call with the bereaved governor yesterday, remarked that anyone who believed in humanity would be touched by the double tragedy.

“I convey my heartfelt condolences to the members of your family and the large number of your friends and admirers, and to the government and the entire people of the state,” the ex-President further said.
For his part, Atiku wrote, ”I am deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your eldest son, Abdulwahab, barely 24 hours after the passing of your beloved mother, Hajiya Maryam Namadi.

 ”The twin tragedies – the loss of a mother and your first fruit – is heartbreaking.
 ”The pain of losing a child — especially one as promising and beloved as Abdulwahab — is a grief no parent should ever have to endure.’You are not alone in your grief, my dear brother. My thoughts and prayers and those of my family are with you and all yours in this moment of grief,” Atiku said.

Also, Governor of Kwara State and Chairman, Nigeria Governors’ Forum, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, expressed sadness and shock over the tragedy, saying, ”its profound grief and extends heartfelt condolences to His Excellency, Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State, on the tragic loss of his beloved mother, Hajiya Maryam Namadi, and his dear son, Abdulwahab Namadi.”

The chairman of the Governors’ Forum further said, “It is truly devastating that within just 24 hours of mourning the passing of your mother on December 25, 2024, Your Excellency has been confronted with yet another heartbreaking tragedy—the loss of your 24-year-old son, Abdulwahab Namadi, in a road accident along the Dutse-Kafin-Hausa road on December 26, 2024.”

He said that the governors stand “united with Your Excellency, your family, and the people of Jigawa State during this profoundly difficult time. We acknowledge the weight of this double loss and share in your sorrow as you navigate these moments of intense grief.

”We pray that Almighty Allah, in His infinite mercy, grants you and your family the strength, patience, and fortitude to bear these irreparable losses. May He envelop your family in comfort, grant eternal rest to the souls of Hajiya Maryam Namadi and Abdulwahab Namadi, and bestow peace upon your hearts.
 ”The entire Nigeria Governors’ Forum mourns alongside with you and offers unwavering support in this moment of deep sorrow. Please accept our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences,” the governors stated.