Emir of Daura’s brother, Abdullahi Umar dies in fatal accident
A fatal road accident has claimed the life of Abdullahi Umar Maitaro, the younger brother of the emir of Daura. Daily Trust reported that the accident occurred on Sunday, January 3, at Muduru village along Katsina/Daura Road.The Emir of Daura, Alhaji Umar Faruk Umar, at a traditional function. Photo: @Ak_Daura In addition to the emir’s brother, two of his friends who were in the vehicle with him also died from the crash, while one other, is receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital. Witnesses said Maitaro’s vehicle had a head-on collision with another car while attempting to dodge a tricyclist who suddenly made a u-turn in front of him.Vanguard reported that the Katsina state governor, Aminu Masari, and other top government officials visited Daura on Monday, January 4, to condole with the emir over the loss. The governor prayed for the reposed soul of the deceased and that God grant the emir, emirate, and deceased’s family, the fortitude to bear the loss. In another news, Presiden...