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| Abdullahi Bello (retd). |
The Gombe State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Col. Abdullahi Bello (retd), has died in a fatal road accident.
Bello was involved in a motor crash along the Malam Sidi–Gombe highway on Friday.
A statement issued by the Director-General (Press Affairs), Government House, Gombe, Ismaila Misilli, explained that the commissioner was on his way back from Maiduguri, Borno State, after attending the North-East Regional Consultation on the Development of a National Disarmament, Demobilisation, and Reintegration Framework when the accident occurred.
The crash also claimed the life of his police orderly, Sergeant Adamu Hussaini, while his driver sustained injuries and is currently receiving medical attention.
Reacting to the incident, Governor Muhammadu Yahaya expressed deep grief and described the late commissioner as “a disciplined officer and dedicated public servant who brought his wealth of military experience, leadership, and patriotism into the service of Gombe State.”
The governor added, “Col. Abdullahi Bello (retd) 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.”
“On behalf of the government and people of Gombe State, the governor extended condolences to the family of the deceased, his associates, and the Balanga Local Government community, praying Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljannat Firdaus,” the statement added.
Governor Yahaya also prayed for the quick recovery of the driver who survived the accident.
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