Tragedy struck on Friday when a residential building in the Makwarari area of Kano State collapsed during a heavy downpour, claiming the life of a 35-year-old woman and seriously injuring her two children.
The residence belonged to Tijjani Magaji, a cameraman with the Kano State Ministry of Information, currently posted to the Ministry of Youth and Sports.
The collapse resulted in the death of Magaji’s wife, Balaraba Tijjani, while their two children, Abdulnasir (11) and Abdallah (13), sustained serious injuries.
According to Tijjani Magaji, the heavy rains that started on Thursday night and continued into Friday morning weakened the structure, leading to its collapse.
Neighbors who were nearby at the time quickly rushed to rescue the family from the debris and transported them to Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital. Despite the medical team’s efforts, Balaraba Tijjani succumbed to her injuries, which included severe spinal cord damage. The two children are currently receiving treatment for their injuries.
In his grief, Tijjani Magaji expressed acceptance of the tragedy as the will of Almighty God and prayed for forgiveness for his late wife. He also expressed deep gratitude to the local community for their swift assistance during the emergency.
Magaji has made a heartfelt appeal to the Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, urging the government to assist in repairing his home, especially given the current high cost of living.
