Gombe Security Commissioner, Orderly killed in tragic road crash

By Peter Uwumarogie

The Gombe State Government has announced the death of its Commissioner for Internal Security, retired Col. Abdullahi Bello, following a fatal road accident.

The announcement was made by Gov. Inuwa Yahaya through Ismaila Uba-Misilli, Director-General of Press Affairs, Gombe Government House.

The commissioner and his police orderly, Sergeant Adamu Husaini, lost their lives on Friday along the Malam Sidi-Gombe road.

Governor Yahaya said the late commissioner was returning from Maiduguri, Borno State, where he had attended the North East Regional Consultation on the Development of a National Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration (DDR) programme.

“We received the heart-breaking news with profound sadness. The late commissioner was a disciplined officer and dedicated public servant,” the governor said.

He added that Bello brought his wealth of military experience, leadership, and patriotism into service for Gombe State, playing a vital role in consolidating the peace and security for which the state is renowned.

“Bello will be remembered as a pillar of discipline, courage, and selfless service. He carried out his duties with unmatched diligence and a deep sense of responsibility. His demise is a monumental loss not only to his family and our government but to Gombe State and Nigeria at large.”

The governor recalled the commissioner’s significant contributions in the State Executive Council, particularly in shaping policies on internal security, inter-agency collaboration, and community safety.

“On behalf of the government and people of Gombe State, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the immediate family of the deceased, his associates, and the Balanga Local Government community. May Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljannat Firdaus.”

Gov. Yahaya also expressed sympathy for the family of the late police orderly, Husaini, describing both men as patriots who died in active service to the state and nation, and prayed for the speedy recovery of the commissioner’s driver, who sustained injuries in the crash.