Bauchi gov mourns tragic loss of four Water Corporation staff

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of four staff members of the State Water Board, who lost their lives while carrying out official duties at the water treatment plant in Gubi Dam.

The governor’s condolences were conveyed in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Comrade Mukhtar Gidado, and made available to journalists in Bauchi on Monday.

The statement reads: “It is with deep sorrow and profound sadness that His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Bauchi State, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, on behalf of the Government and the good people of Bauchi State, extends heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of the four dedicated staff of the Bauchi State Urban Water and Sewerage Corporation who tragically lost their lives during routine maintenance work at the Gubi Farm Water Treatment Plant.”

Gidado noted that “this devastating incident has cast a shadow over the entire state, as we mourn the loss of these hardworking and committed public servants who died in the line of duty while contributing to the essential task of ensuring water supply for our people.”

According to him, “their sacrifice and service will never be forgotten, and their legacy will continue to inspire all those working tirelessly to build a better Bauchi State.”

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He added: “Our thoughts and prayers are with their immediate families during this time of grief. We pray that the Almighty grants them the strength to bear this great loss and comforts their hearts with His divine mercy.”

In response to the incident, the state government stressed the need for heightened safety protocols and strict adherence to established guidelines across all government and industrial operations.

Gidado stated: “We urge all public institutions and workers across the state to place safety as a top priority during official duties to prevent future occurrences of such painful incidents.”

He further disclosed that “the State Government has already directed a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident and will take all necessary steps to support the bereaved families and enhance workplace safety across all departments.”

He concluded by praying: “May the souls of the departed rest in perfect peace in Jannatul Firdaus and may their families find solace in the prayers and solidarity of an entire state that mourns with them.”

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