The Gombe State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Colonel Abdullahi Bello (rtd) has lost his life in a road accident.
The Gombe State government announced this in a statement issued by Director-General, Press Affairs, Ismaila Uba Misilli, on Friday.
Misilli said the late Bello died in an accident along Malam Sidi-Gombe road.
“The Gombe State Government wishes to announce, with deep sorrow, the demise of the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Col. Abdullahi Bello (rtd), who died in a tragic motor accident today along Malam Sidi-Gombe road,” Misilli said.
According to the statement, the deceased passed away alongside his police orderly, Sergeant Adamu Husaini, while returning from Maiduguri, Borno State, where he attended the North East Regional Consultation on the Development of a National Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration (DDR).
Misilli said Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya had received the heartbreaking news with profound sadness, describing 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.
“Col. Abdullahi Bello (rtd) will be remembered as a pillar of discipline, courage and selfless service. He carried out his duties with unmatched diligence and 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,” Governor Yahaya was quoted to have said.
The governor also recalled the deceased’s impactful contributions in the State Executive Council, particularly in shaping policies on internal security, inter-agency collaboration and community safety.
“Governor Yahaya, on behalf of the government and people of Gombe State, extended his heartfelt condolences to the immediate family of the deceased, his associates, and the Balanga Local Government community, praying Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljannat Firdaus.”
He also sympathised with the family of the late police orderly, describing both men as patriots who died in active service to the state and the nation.
He prayed for the speedy recovery of the Commissioner’s driver, who is currently receiving treatment for injuries sustained in the crash.
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