Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State was involved in a car accident while en route from Daura to the state capital, Katsina. The incident occurred early Monday and resulted in the governor sustaining a fracture. He is currently receiving medical attention at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Daura.
Initial reports confirm that the governor’s security detail and emergency services responded swiftly, ensuring immediate transportation to the medical facility. Though the specifics surrounding the accident remain unclear, sources indicate that the governor’s condition is stable and he is undergoing treatment.
This development has stirred concern and support across social media, with citizens, political colleagues, and civil society leaders expressing well-wishes and calling for heightened safety measures for public officials during regional travel.
More details are expected as the government issues an official statement and investigations into the cause of the accident commence.