A Nigerian writer identified as Daud Gambo has reportedly died in a road crash just hours after announcing the death of his mother.
Gambo reportedly died on Sunday, September 20, 2026, while travelling to Kano State to attend the funeral prayer of his late mother.
According to reports, he had earlier taken to Facebook to announce his mother’s death before embarking on the journey to Kano.
However, tragedy struck hours later when Gambo was reportedly involved in a road crash during the journey.
He was said to have died in the accident, leaving his family and friends mourning the loss of both mother and son within hours.
The circumstances surrounding the crash, including the location and possible cause of the accident, had not been disclosed as of the time of filing this report.
Gambo’s death has reportedly generated an outpouring of grief, with friends and associates mourning the tragic coincidence of his death occurring shortly after he announced his mother’s passing.
The incident has left many expressing shock over the sudden loss as the family prepares to bury the deceased.
