Katsina: Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda assures the public of his well-being following a minor road accident on the Daura-Katsina road. Currently at home under observation, the Governor expresses gratitude for the outpouring of support and prayers from the citizens as he recovers.
The Governor’s vehicle reportedly collided head-on with a Golf car on the Daura-Katsina road on Sunday evening.
The Governor, together with his Chief of Staff, Alhaji Abdulkadir Mamman-Nasir, and another person, was rushed to the Federal Medical Centre, Daura, and later transferred to the Federal Teaching Hospital, Katsina, where he received treatment.
His Chief Press Secretary, Mr Ibrahim Kaula-Mohammed, said in a statement on Monday that the Governor had expressed his gratitude to the people of the state for their concerns and fervent prayers.
He quoted the Governor as saying in a short live video that he was at his residence after undergoing preliminary observations.
“Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim. Dear brothers and sisters of Katsina State and beyond, we are deeply grateful for all your prayers and concerns.
“By the will of Allah, we were tested with a car accident—but Alhamdulillah, we came out safe and unharmed,” Radda said.
The Governor also stated that he was currently under observation regarding his health, adding, “This is just to make sure that everything is fine, and by His Grace, I am doing well.
“I’m pleased to confirm that I remain in good health and high spirits.
“Once again, thank you for your heartfelt prayers.”
Meanwhile, Kaula-Mohammed had earlier said in another statement that
Radda was involved in a minor accident on Sunday along the Daura-Katsina road, with no serious injuries.
He disclosed on Monday in Katsina that the accident occurred while the Governor was carrying out his official duties in service to the people of Katsina State.
He explained that, “We are pleased to confirm that the Governor is in good health and stable condition, with no serious injuries sustained.
“Radda remains in high spirits and expresses his gratitude to Almighty Allah for His protection, as well as Katsina citizens and well-wishers for their prayers and concerns.”
