Breaking: PDP Chairman Dies in Car Crash on Election Day

Sunday Zaka, the chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has passed away.

The politician lost his life in a car accident that occurred in the early hours of Saturday, February 25, on the Guda-Arena road in Kuje town, Abuja.

According to a close aide of the deceased, Bawa Benjamin, who confirmed the incident, Mr. Zaka was returning home after attending a closed-doors meeting with party officials in Abuja when the accident happened. “He lost control of his Peugeot car and crashed into a tree,” said Bawa. Despite being rushed to the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital Gwagwalada, he was confirmed dead by doctors.

The news of Mr. Zaka’s passing has sent shockwaves throughout the political community, with many expressing their condolences to his family and friends. The PDP released a statement on Twitter, saying, “We are deeply saddened by the sudden and untimely death of our beloved chairman, Sunday Zaka. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.”

Mr. Zaka was a prominent figure in Nigerian politics, having served as the chairman of the PDP in the FCT since 2016. His death is a great loss to the party and the nation as a whole.

As we mourn the passing of Mr. Zaka, it is important to remember the dangers of driving recklessly. This tragic accident is a stark reminder of how one mistake can have devastating consequences. We urge all drivers to exercise caution on the roads and prioritize safety at all times.