Enugu State Governor, Peter Ndubuisi Mbah has extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and affected communities following the death of 11 persons in a recent tree incident in the state.
The tragic incident occurred on Wednesday at Awhum Village/Market Square in Udi LGA of the state where a large iroko tree fell on two vehicles, claiming eleven lives and injuring others.
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In a post on his X handle @PNMbah on Thursday, the governor prayed for the peaceful repose of the souls of the victims. Here is his message:
“I received with a deep sense of grief the news of the tragic incident at Awhum Village/Market Square in Udi LGA of Enugu State on Wednesday, where a large tree fell on two vehicles, claiming eleven lives.
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“Preliminary reports by the Police indicate that the vehicles were conveying passengers from Old Park, Enugu, to Awhum and Okpatu when the disaster occurred due to strong winds amid a heavy downpour.
“This is a deeply painful loss. On behalf of the Government and good people of Enugu State, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and affected communities and pray for the peaceful repose of the souls of the departed. Amen.”
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