The son of Nigeria's President Buhari, is reportedly in a coma after suffering a head injury and multiple fractures, following a power bike crash in Abuja.

According to reports, the crash occured last night Tuesday 26th of December while Yusuf Buhari was reportedly racing with a friend in the capital city.

He veered off the road and crashed as he tried to overtake his friend's bike.

He was rushed to a hospital where he is currently being treated. There are reports that he may be flown abroad for treatment.

Buhari's aide, Femi Adeshina has confirmed the accident but said he's about to get the full brief on what happened.