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Accident Claims Lives Of Groom, Bride’s Sister Minutes To Wedding In Bauchi

by Kamal Ibrahim
3 months ago
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What was meant to be a joyous wedding ceremony turned into a heartbreaking tragedy as the groom Abba Musa, and Maryam Suleiman, the elder sister of the bride, lost their lives in a fatal accident about 30 minutes to the wedding.

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LEADERSHIP reports that the accident occurred in Boto in Tafawa Balewa local government area of Bauchi State, throwing the entire community into shock and mourning.

Also, the tragedy has sent shockwaves through the region, leaving many reflecting on the fragility of life.

An eyewitness said the accident occurred while the victims were en route the ceremony from Murno, a community which lies about 5km away from Boto.

A brother of the groom, Saminu Boto, who confirmed the incident to our reporter on Tuesday, described the atmosphere in the community as one of profound grief.

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“It’s an unimaginable loss. The entire community is mourning,” he said. The families of the victims are in deep shock, with relatives and friends struggling to come to terms with the sudden loss.”

He said the bride’s family home, once filled with preparations, has turned into a centre of tears and wailing.

Boto described the deceased as a kind-hearted and ambitious young man who had looked forward to building a life with his bride, Raihanatu Suleiman.

He said Maryam Suleiman, the bride’s sister, was remembered as a supportive sibling who had played a key role in planning the ceremony.

“The dual tragedy has cast a shadow over the community, with many residents calling it one of the saddest days in recent memory,” Boto said.

Both deceased were buried following Islamic rites shortly after the accident.

The bride is said to be inconsolable following the devastating loss of her groom and sister on what was to be her happiest day.


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