Tragedy as groom, bride’s sister die in road accident on wedding day in Bauchi

• The fatal crash reportedly occurred in Boto, Tafawa Balewa Local Government Area, few moments before the wedding ceremony

Two families in Bauchi State have been plunged into a ditch of sorrow after what was supposed to be a moment of joy and celebration turned into a day of grief, mourning and despondency

The tragedy has struck after the groom, Abba Musa, and the bride’s elder sister, Maryam Suleiman, lost their lives in a fatal auto crash.

The fatal crash reportedly occurred in Boto, Tafawa Balewa Local Government Area, few moments before the wedding ceremony.

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