by Doyin Jaiyesimi

Former Nigerian senator and one time ANPP governorship candidate, Usman Albashir, died this morning in a car crash which occurred along the Kano-Zaria road. Although his destination has not been confirmed yet, Senator Albashir was reportedly travelling on the road between Kano and Zaria when the accident occurred. His driver and police orderly are said to be in a critical condition.

Prior to his death, Senator Albashir represented Yobe North Senatorial District. He was once an ANPP governorship candidate for Yobe State before he deflected to PDP