A Nigerian writer identified as Daud Gambo has reportedly died in a road accident just hours after announcing the death of his mother on social media.
Gambo was said to have died in a road crash on Sunday, September 20, 2026, while travelling to Kano State to attend the funeral prayer of his late mother.
According to reports, the writer had earlier taken to Facebook to inform friends, family members and followers about his mother’s death before setting out on the journey to Kano.
However, tragedy reportedly struck hours later when Gambo was involved in a road crash and also lost his life.
His death has reportedly left friends, relatives and members of his social media community mourning the circumstances surrounding his passing, coming shortly after the loss of his mother.
The incident has also drawn attention to the dangers faced by travellers on Nigerian roads, particularly during long-distance journeys.
Gambo’s death came at a particularly tragic moment for his family, who were already preparing to bury his mother before being confronted with another devastating loss.
Details surrounding the cause of the crash, including the location, circumstances and whether other people were involved, were not immediately available at the time of filing this report.
Further information about the funeral arrangements for Gambo and his late mother is also expected to emerge from the family and those close to them.
The tragic incident has continued to generate emotional reactions from those who knew the writer and followed his work, with many mourning what has been described as a heartbreaking sequence of events.
