At least three people have reportedly lost their lives in an auto-crash involving the convoy of Governor Aminu Masari of Katsina State.
Two police officers and a civilian were said to have lost their lives in the incident while 3 others were seriously injured.
Acording to report, the governor was on his way to his hometown, Masari in Kafur Local Government. He was heading there for the governorship and state assembly elections.
The Director-General New Media to the governor, Al-Amin Isa who confirmed the incidentbm on Saturday morning.
He said it occurred at a village called Gadar Tsuntsaye near Jikamshi in Musawa Local Government Area.
He added that the 3 people that died are 2 policemen and a nephew to the governor.
Isah has the names of the 2 Policemen as Nura Sufayanu and Kabir Ali while, Amadu Ali, is the nephew to the Governor.
The Governor’s aide further said, 3 other persons who sustained injuries are receiving treatment at Malumfashi General Hospital.