Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has
condemned the killing of Reverend Bala Galadima, the presiding clergy of the
Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) in Lubo community, Yamaltu/Deba Local
Government Area.
In a statement by Ismaila Uba Misilli,
Director-General (Press Affairs), Governor Yahaya extended his heartfelt
condolences to the bereaved family, the ECWA Church, and the entire Christian
community, praying for the repose of the soul of the deceased clergy and for
comfort during this difficult time, as contained
Reverend Galadima was murdered in the early hours of
Sunday by suspected armed robbers at his residence in Lubo.
Inuwa Yahaya strongly condemned the act, describing it
as an assault on the peace and security Gombe State has long enjoyed.
The governor stressed that such incidents must not be
allowed to undermine peaceful coexistence in the state.
According to him, “We will not allow criminal elements
to disrupt the harmony and security that define our state. I have directed
security agencies to leave no stone unturned in tracking down the perpetrators
and bringing them to justice.”
“I want to reassure the good people of Gombe State
that the government remains resolute in its commitment to ensuring their safety
and security. We will continue to take decisive measures and deploy superior
force to eliminate criminal elements wherever they may be hiding,” the governor
declared.
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