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Pastor shot dead by suspected gunmen in midnight attack

The Police Command in Gombe State has confirmed the killing of the pastor of Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) in Lubo community of Yamaltu/Deba Local Government Area of the state.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the incident which led to the death of the pastor, Reverend Bala Galadima, happened in the early hours of Sunday.

Confirming the incident, DSP Buhari Abdullahi, the Command’s spokesperson told NAN that it was a case of robbery leading to the death of the clergyman.

Abdullahi stated that the Commissioner of Police, Mr Bello Yahaya, who visited the hospital where the body of the deceased was taken to, had deployed a team of special squad of personnel to the area.

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He expressed optimism that the culprits would be arrested and made to face the full wrath of the law.

“The issue is a robbery because they entered into the house at night and maybe they attempted to rob him but unfortunately from the way he was shot at the back, maybe he was trying to escape which is natural and normal and he was shot,” he said.

Abdullahi said that Yahaya was at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Gombe that same night up till 5am to see things for himself.

He stated that Yahaya had deployed a team of smart and technical personnel to the area and he expressed optimism that the police would get down to the root of this incident.

He debunked issue linking the incidence to suspected bandits, noting that the state had no history of banditry,

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“We have coordinated a special operation and we are confident that the culprits would be arrested.”

On why the incident happened in spite of the ban on night-time movement by the police, Abdullahi said the restriction was only effective in Gombe metropolis.

He, however, said that Yahaya had directed all Area Commands in the state to replicate the restriction on night-time movement across the state.

Narrating the sad event to NAN, a resident of Lubo and an eyewitness, who spoke on condition of anonymity said that the gunmen entered the town around 1am, announcing their presence with multiple gunshots.

It stated that the gunmen first visited the ECWA Church in the community before proceeding to a nearby compound where they stole some money.

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He said that they entered the compound, stole N300, 000 and then ransacked the houses in the compound and afterwards asked for the deceased’s house which was a fence away.

The witness said on getting the information they proceeded to the pastor’s house where they shot him at the upper part of his back.

He said that in view of the incident, the community had been thrown into mourning and fear as many of the residents were yet to recover from the sad event on a Sunday morning.(NAN)

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Apart from my Deputy and I, none of you has permanent job – Governor warns Commissioners others

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Apart from my Deputy and I, none of you has permanent job – Governor warns Commissioners others

Governor of Plateau State Caleb Mutfwang has called on his appointees to redouble their effort and perform creditably well.

The governor gave the charge at the 2025 Executive Retreat for government appointees and officials, on Monday.

The programme which held at Miango in Bassa Local Government Area of the state, had commissioners, permanent secretaries, special advisers, among others, in attendance.

He emphatically said apart from himself and the Deputy Governor, no appointee has a permanent job.

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“There is no time for selfishness, because one of the things that we will all do is for the progress of the society. No man can do it alone, and so the time when we were operating individually and creating power to ourselves is over.

“It is now time to join hands together and take advantage of this time. Don’t think you have time. Even if you are posted to a ministry for three months, make a difference.

“Everyone of us, apart from myself and the deputy governor, no one is guaranteed a duty post. Do your best in every position you are and be sincere. Yes it is good to be loyal to me, but what I want from this moment is that your loyalty shift to the God of heaven.

“So, you must always try on a daily basis to keep a clear conscience before God and before men. I will like to see us work unsupervised, I want us to give our best because our people are dying, our people are suffering, our people are living in poverty and they have given us the trust to do something about their situation.

“We can’t wait no more, the time to make a difference is now. And I want to urge you wherever is your duty post, do your best and stretch yourself so that a solution can be provided to our people. May we not fail,” he said.

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JUST IN; IGP bans Policemen wearing mufti from carrying guns, riffles

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JUST IN; IGP bans Policemen wearing mufti from carrying guns, riffles

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has directed that henceforth, “No operative should be seen carrying assault arms (rifles) while dressed in civilian attire (mufti).”

He also issued a stern warning to all officers regarding serious breaches of human rights, emphasizing the duty of the Force to uphold these rights.

Speaking during a virtual meeting he convened with strategic police managers, yesterday, Egbetokun frowned at such acts, having received various complaints regarding human rights violations through the Force’s complaint channels.

A statement by Force Public Relations Officer, Mr. Muyiwa Adejobi, yesterday, said the meeting was in a bid to reinforce operational integrity and ensure effective management within the Nigeria Police Force,
He said: “During this critical session, the IGP addressed several pressing issues, which aim to bolster the ethical and professional conduct of police personnel across the nation.

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“The IGP states that any conduct violating human rights will not be tolerated and will be met with severe consequences.

“The IGP also warned all tactical squads against the misuse of power and improper dressing, emphasizing the importance of operating in approved uniforms. No operative should be seen carrying assault arms (rifles) while dressed in civilian attire (mufti).

“All tactical squads are to ensure compliance with the standard operating procedure, while properly dressed in the assigned uniform for the particular squad.

“The IGP further emphasized on the indiscriminate transfer of cases without the written approval of the IGP. This conduct is highly prohibited and would no longer be tolerated, as such exposes the parties to unnecessary burdens and delayed justice in their cases.

“The IGP concluded by directing that all ranks must work collaboratively to prevent any irresponsible acts that can tarnish the reputation of the Force.”

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BREAKING; Immigration officer caught with assorted rifles arrested by Policemen

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BREAKING; Immigration officer caught with assorted rifles arrested by Policemen

Police operatives from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command have arrested a Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) officer in possession of a cache of firearms and ammunition.

The arrest took place Monday afternoon near the Zuma area of the city.

The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed, is under intense questioning after failing to provide a reasonable explanation for his possession of the weapons or the intended destination for the firearms.

Authorities suspect the officer may have been involved in an illegal arms deal with criminals.

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The arrest followed a tip-off from informants concerning a missing person, which led to the discovery of the weapons.

Among the recovered items were multiple rifles and pistols, including two CZ Scorpion rifles, four AK-47 magazines, two Diakon pistols, and over 100 rounds of ammunition.

FCT Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu, confirmed the suspect’s detention to The Nation, stating that the officer is currently being interrogated. He assured the public that further details will be provided as the investigation unfolds.

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