The Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Abubakar Suleiman, has escaped unhurt after two vehicles in his convoy were involved in a road accident while returning from a political event in Burra, Ningi Local Government Area.
The incident occurred after a campaign flag-off for Ibrahim Tanko Burra, the lawmaker representing Burra Constituency in the state assembly.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Speaker’s spokesperson, Mukhtar Garba Kobi, confirmed the accident, explaining that two vehicles in the convoy veered off the road.
The statement clarified that Suleiman was not in any of the affected vehicles and remained safe throughout the incident. It also disclosed that no fatalities or major injuries were reported.
Those who sustained injuries in the accident reportedly received medical attention and had since returned home.
Suleiman expressed gratitude to individuals who assisted the affected occupants immediately after the crash, while also acknowledging the support and prayers received from residents of Burra, Ningi and other parts of Bauchi State.
Describing the incident as an act of destiny, the Speaker appealed to his supporters to remain calm and continue to conduct themselves peacefully, lawfully and prayerfully.
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Despite the accident, Suleiman reaffirmed his commitment to his legislative responsibilities and ongoing political engagements.
According to the statement, he also pledged to sustain his campaign activities and support candidates of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) ahead of the forthcoming elections.
The Speaker further prayed for continued divine protection and the swift recovery of those injured in the incident.
