The death toll from a mosque collapse in Zaria, in Kaduna State, has risen to 10, with seven injured.
The Emir of Zazzau, Ambassador Nuhu Bamali, who confirmed the incident, said the worshippers were in the second Sujud prayer when suddenly the affected portion of the mosque collapsed on those sitting directly at the section.
The royal father further explained that the victims were covered by debris from the wall built with mud which had been in existence for the past 150 years.
He, however, directed the worshipers to pray outside the mosque pending when the repair works would be carried out.
Meanwhile, the Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has expressed sadness over the death of some victims of the incident.
The governor, who spoke through his Chief Press Secretary, Mohammed Shehu, at the funeral for the victims, commiserated with their families and the entire people of Zazzau Emirate, praying the repose of their souls and quick recovery of the injured.
Meanwhile, the Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has expressed sadness over the death of some victims of the incident.
The governor, who spoke through his Chief Press Secretary, Mohammed Shehu, at the funeral for the victims, commiserated with their families and the entire people of Zazzau Emirate, praying the repose of their souls and quick recovery of the injured.
Meanwhile, The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has extended its condolences to the Muslim Ummah following the tragic loss of lives in the collapse of a section of the historic Zaria Central Mosque during Friday’s prayer session in Kaduna State.
In a statement on Saturday, CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, sympathised with the families who lost loved ones in the unfortunate incident and prayed for the quick recovery of the injured.
“In this moment of sorrow, we stand united as one people, acknowledging the importance of mutual respect, understanding, and peaceful coexistence among the various religious communities in Nigeria. Tragedies such as this remind us of our shared humanity and the need for solidarity during times of crisis.
“We commend the swift response of the relevant authorities and emergency services in rescuing survivors and providing necessary medical attention.
“We urge the government and all relevant stakeholders to ensure a thorough investigation into the causes of this incident, with the aim of preventing such accidents in the future and ensuring the safety of worshippers in all places of worship across the country,” the statement partly read.
Channels / Titilayo Kupoliyi
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