By Ademuyiwa Balikis
The Gombe State Government has announced the death of the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Col. Abdullahi Bello (rtd), who died in a tragic motor accident along the Malam Sidi–Gombe road.
The announcement was made by the Director General, Press Affairs, Isma’ila Uba Misilli, on behalf of the state government.
“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,” the statement read.
According to the statement, the late commissioner died alongside his police orderly, Sergeant Adamu Husaini, while 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).
Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya 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 State.
“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,” the governor said.
The government extended its condolences to the immediate family of the deceased, his associates, and the Balanga Local Government community, praying that Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljannat Firdaus.
The governor also sympathised with the family of the late police orderly, Hussaini, describing both men as patriots who died in active service to the state and the nation.
The statement added that the Commissioner’s driver, who sustained injuries in the crash, is currently receiving treatment.
