Tragedy strikes Bauchi wedding as groom, bride’s sister die in fatal accident

What was meant to be a joyous wedding ceremony in Bauchi State turned into a heartbreaking tragedy after a fatal accident claimed the lives of the groom, Abba Musa, and the bride’s elder sister, Maryam Suleiman, just moments before the ceremony.

The tragic incident reportedly occurred in Boto, located in Tafawa Balewa Local Government Area.

While details surrounding the crash remain unclear, the sudden loss has left the families and community in deep mourning.

Friends, relatives, and well-wishers who had gathered to celebrate the union are now grappling with grief over the devastating turn of events.

The victims were reportedly en route from Murno, a village about 5km away, when the accident happened.

Saminu Boto, a brother of the groom, confirmed the incident to our reporter Tuesday, “It’s an unimaginable loss. The entire community is mourning,” he said.

The bride, Raihanatu Suleiman, is said to be inconsolable over the devastating loss of both her husband and sister on what was meant to be her happiest day.

Family and friends, who had gathered for a joyous celebration, were instead left in deep shock.

Both victims were laid to rest shortly after the accident in accordance with Islamic rites.