Tragedy struck in Dankama Local Government Area of Katsina State as a mother and her five children lost their lives when their house collapsed during a heavy downpour in the early hours of Tuesday.
The devastating incident occurred around 2 a.m. while the family was asleep, when the building suddenly caved in due to the intensity of the rainfall, resulting in the deaths of six family members.
Muhammad Sani, the father of the children, who was not at home during the incident, confirmed the heartbreaking news to journalists. "This affected about 10 people, but sadly, six didn't survive. Three are currently receiving treatment in the hospital," he said.
The deceased have been identified as 45-year-old Mariya Sani (the mother), and her children: Mujahid (20), Zahariya (18), Hauwa (15), Amira, and five-year-old Nura Sani.
Despite his immense grief, Sani displayed remarkable resilience, stating, "I surrender to Allah's will. May He grant them eternal rest."
The incident has plunged the entire community into mourning, with neighbors and relatives visiting the family home to offer condolences and support during this difficult time.
Hajiya Binta Dangani, Executive Secretary of the Katsina State Emergency Management Agency, confirmed the incident and revealed that officials had been dispatched to assess the situation and provide necessary assistance to the affected family.
This tragedy highlights the dangers posed by extreme weather conditions and raises concerns about building safety standards in the region, particularly during Nigeria's rainy season when structural vulnerabilities are often exposed.
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