Kano State Welfare Board confirms tragic death of mother and son intending pilgrims in road accident

Mother and son from Kabo LGA die in a fatal crash while preparing for pilgrimage. Kano Welfare Board issues statement on the tragic loss in Rimin Gado.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 21, 2026, 9:55 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Daily Nigerian

A Somber Start to the Pilgrimage Season

The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board has officially announced the passing of two individuals who were slated to participate in the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage. The victims, identified as 48 year old Alkasim Ibrahim-Walawa and his 73 year old mother, Hadiza Garba, were involved in a fatal auto crash while traveling within the state. The incident has cast a shadow over the local community of Walawa Village in the Kabo Local Government Area, where both deceased individuals were prominent indigenes.

Details of the Fatal Collision

The accident occurred on Tuesday along the Rimin Gado axis as the mother and son were making final logistical arrangements for their departure to Saudi Arabia. According to a statement released by the Board’s Public Relations Officer, Sulaiman Dederi, the nature of the crash was particularly devastating given the spiritual significance of the journey the victims were about to undertake. Emergency services confirmed the fatalities at the scene, noting that the victims were focused on fulfilling one of the core pillars of their faith at the time of the tragedy.

Board Expresses Deep Condolences

In a formal response to the incident, the Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board described the loss as a heartbreaking development for the entire organization. Dederi emphasized that the board is deeply saddened to lose members of the state’s contingent under such tragic circumstances. The leadership has extended its heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family in Kabo, praying for the fortitude and patience required to navigate the loss of two family members simultaneously.