Abdurrazaq Olajide, a recent graduate of Physiotherapy from Bayero University, Kano (BUK), tragically lost his life in a motor accident just a week before his long-awaited induction and oath-taking ceremony. The accident occurred on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, as Abdurrazaq was traveling back to Kano in preparation for the ceremony, which was scheduled for August 20.
Abdurrazaq, who had recently completed his studies after spending seven years at the College of Health Sciences, was looking forward to officially joining the physiotherapy profession. His sudden death has left his family, friends, and colleagues in deep sorrow.
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A close colleague, Ameer, shared the heartbreaking news, stating, “Abdurrazaq graduated from BUK earlier this year after spending about seven years in the College of Health studying. Today, on his way back to Kano to attend his induction and oath-taking ceremony next week, he had an accident and passed away. Innalillahi wa inna ilaihirajiun. Painful exit, but Allah knows best.”
The former president of the National Association of Physiotherapy Students, Fakhruddeen Auwal Taheer, also confirmed the tragic incident in a Facebook post. He expressed his grief, saying, “Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi raji’un. We lost him a week to their induction into the Physiotherapy Profession!!! Abdurrazaq was indeed a good person with a good heart. May Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings and make Jannatul Firdaus his final abode.”
The news of Abdurrazaq’s passing has sent shockwaves through the BUK community and the broader physiotherapy profession, where he was known for his dedication and kindness.
The deceased is scheduled to be laid to rest on Wednesday, in accordance with Islamic rites. His death is a poignant reminder of the unpredictability of life, and he will be remembered fondly by those who knew him.