{
  "id": 12865230,
  "title": "Kano Sports Commission secretary dies",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/kano-sports-commission-secretary-dies",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-08T12:09:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/08/kano-sports-commission-secretary-dies/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "The Kano State Sports Commission has announced the untimely death of its Secretary, Bashir Maizare. The commission confirmed the news in a statement released on Thursday, stating that Maizare passed away on Wednesday night. The funeral prayers for the deceased are scheduled to take place on Thursday at his residence in Kofar Wambai, Kano. The commission expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing it as a significant blow to the sports community in the state. They have asked for Allah's forgiveness for any shortcomings, mercy on the departed, and strength for his family, colleagues, and associates to cope with the tragedy.",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}