The former gubernatorial candidate for the 2023 election in Kano state under the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Salihu Yakasai, has expressed sorrow over the death of a Nigerian soldier who was en route to his wedding.
The soldier, known as Ya’u Yunusa, was slated to get married on Saturday, December 23, according to the wedding invitation shared by the former gubernatorial candidate. Tragically, he met an untimely demise before the joyous occasion.
On Friday morning, December 22, Yakasai took to social media to convey his condolences for the loss. The Kano-born politician shared his grief over the unfortunate incident.
“This one touched me. The officer was going to his wedding, which was coming up this Saturday, and had an accident and died. Indeed, to Allah, we belong, and to Him, we shall return. God rest your soul”
A few Nigerians have expressed their grief over the soldier’s passing during the comment period. The following is a list of some of their responses.
Andy Kor said his death was sad and prayed for the deceased. He wrote: “So sad, indeed, kai God forgive him and accept his soul and condole his wife and family, God knows better.”
Abdulazeez Muktar also prayed to Allah to forgive the late soldier. He said: “Ya salam, may Allah be pleased with his soul and forgive his shortcomings.”
Mogaji Remi Ade-Eyitayo Rodney expressed worry over the incident and prayed God would comfort the family. He said: “Jesus Christ! May God rest his soul and comfort his family.”
Fatima Adam posited that everything that happened to man has been predestined.
She tweeted: “Allah already writes that he won’t get married before returning to Allah.” Yusuf tweeted that Allah should grant him paradise – He wrote