Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi state, on Monday, expressed heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of four staff of the State Urban Water and Sewerage Corporation.
The workers, on Sunday, lost their lives during routine maintenance work at the Gubi Dam Water Treatment Plant while cleaning the water supply system.
Among the deceased were a father and son identified as Musa Ibrahim and Abdulmalik Ibrahim, along with Shu’aibu Hamza and Jamilu Yunusa.
In his condolences message, governor Mohammed expressed deep sorrow over the incident and described it as a moment of profound sadness for the entire state.
“This devastating incident has cast a dark shadow over Bauchi State as we mourn the loss of these hardworking and committed public servants.
“They died in the line of duty contributing to the essential task of ensuring clean water supply for people,” he said.
The governor affirmed that the sacrifice and service of the deceased would never be forgotten.
According to him, “their legacy will continue to inspire all those who work tirelessly to build a better Bauchi State.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with their immediate families during this time of grief.
“We pray the Almighty grants them the strength to bear this loss and comforts their hearts with His divine mercy”.
He emphasised the urgent need for enhanced safety protocols and strict adherence to established guidelines in all government and industrial operations.
Mohammed also urged all public institutions and workers across the state to prioritise safety in their duties to prevent future occurrences of such painful incidents.
He also explained that the state government has launched a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident and pledged to take all necessary measures to support the bereaved families and improve workplace safety.
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