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Emir Of Potiskum Condole the people of Ngalda Town

By Mohammed Yakubu lailai
Mai Pataskum Alhaji Umaru Bubaram Ibn Wuriwa Bauya OON FICEN ABSWA CP (RTD), extend his deepest condolences to the people of Ngalda town in Fika Local Government Area, as well as the traders who were affected by the recent banditry attack at the market.
This tragic incident has left many in sorrow, and the Emirate thoughts and prayers are with all those impacted.
Pataskum Emirate pray ALLAH (SWT) for mercy on the souls of those who tragically lost their lives, grant them eternal rest, and reward their good deeds.
For those who were injured, we pray that ALLAH grants them swift and complete recovery.
In this difficult time, Pataskum Emirate urge everyone to remain strong in faith and united in support for one another.
We Pray for ALLAH’S mercy and blessings be upon the entire community, and may we find strength in our shared resilience.
In another development The Yobe State Police Command has arrested a notorious armed robber who orchestrated an attack on the popular Ngalda Monday Market in Fika Local Government Area of the state.
According to Police report, the people of Ngalda Town mobilised and killed three of the robbers, while three others escaped with injuries. The attack, which occurred on Monday night, has left several people dead and many others injury.
The gunmen looted POS shops and stalls, making off with large sums of money and valuables.
According to a release from the Yobe state police public relations office, SP Dungus Abdulkarim, said on Monday, January 20th, a group of six armed robbers, led by Datti Alhaji Dadji of Ngalda Town, attacked three shops at Ngalda Market. “The incident resulted in seven fatalities and eleven injuries.
The robbers made off with approximately sixteen million five hundred thousand naira. “In response, the people of Ngalda Town mobilised and killed three of the robbers, while three others escaped with injuries. “The Divisional Police Officer (DPO) led a team of patrol officers to Alhaji Dadji’s house, where they recovered a locally made pistol with three cartridges. Alhaji Dadji was arrested and is currently in police custody, facing interrogation as the investigation unfolds. “The victims and corpses were evacuated to the General Hospital Fika for medical treatment and autopsy. “The Commissioner of Police, CP Garba Ahmed, has ordered an immediate investigation into the incident and called for calm.
He tasked personnel to arrest fleeing syndicate members and urged the public to assist the command with credible information. “The Command commiserates with the victims’ families and assures that the criminals will face the full wrath of the law,” the statement said. However, sources from Ngalda, one Alhaji Yau Mai Provision was killed in the attack, although the exact number of fatalities is still unknown.
The Ngalda Monday Market is one of the largest and busiest markets in Yobe State, attracting traders and customers from across the region.
The attack has sent shockwaves through the community, with many calling for increased security measures to protect the market and its patrons.

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Hamma Saleh Commiserates with Gaya, Dan’auta Families Over Loss of Sons

By Our Correspondent
Prominent Gombe politician, Alhaji Abdulkadir Hamma Saleh (Dokajin Nafada), has extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of Alhaji Isiya Gaya and Alhaji Yusha’u Yakubu Dan’auta over the recent passing of their sons.
Alhaji Isiya Gaya lost his son, Umar Isiya Gaya, in Abuja after a brief illness, while Alhaji Yusha’u Dan’auta also lost his son, Mujahid, following a short illness in Gombe.
During his condolence visit, Alhaji Hamma Saleh prayed for the forgiveness of the deceased and comfort for the grieving families. He urged the bereaved parents to take solace in the will of Allah, reminding them that death is an inevitable part of human existence.
Responding on behalf of the families, Alhaji Isiya Gaya and Alhaji Yusha’u Dan’auta expressed deep appreciation to Alhaji Abdulkadir Hamma Saleh for identifying with them during their moment of grief. They described his visit as a source of strength and encouragement in their difficult time.
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Alhaji Sani Abubakar Dadawagga Leads SDP Executives on Condolence Visit to Emir of Gombe

By Our Correspondent
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) under the leadership of Alhaji Sani Abubakar Dadawagga has commiserated with the Emir of Gombe, Alhaji Dr. Abubakar Shehu Abubakar III, over the passing of Alhaji Abubakar Manga, the Dan Makayon Gombe.
Alhaji Dadawagga, who was accompanied by top executives of his party, visited the Emir’s palace to extend his heartfelt condolences to the royal family and the relatives of the deceased. He described the late Alhaji Manga as a respected community leader whose contributions to the emirate and the state would be remembered for generations.
The SDP leader prayed to Allah to grant the soul of the deceased eternal rest and to give his family, the Emir, and the entire Gombe Emirate the strength to bear the loss.
In his response, the Emir of Gombe, Alhaji Dr. Abubakar Shehu Abubakar III, expressed deep appreciation to Alhaji Dadawagga and his delegation for identifying with the emirate during the period of grief. He noted that such gestures strengthen unity and mutual respect across political and traditional institutions.
The condolence visit attracted prominent members of the SDP in Gombe, underscoring the party’s solidarity with the people of the state in moments of mourning.
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Hamma Saleh, Dankwambo Commiserate With Sen. Danjuma Goje Over Daughter’s Demise

By Our Correspondent
Prominent political figures in Gombe State have extended their condolences to former Governor and serving Senator, Muhammadu Danjuma Goje, following the passing of his daughter, Hajiya Jummai Danjuma Goje.
Among those who paid their respects were Alhaji Abdulkadir Hamma Saleh, a renowned philanthropist and politician, and Senator Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo, former Governor of Gombe State.
In their separate condolence messages, they described the death of Hajiya Jummai as a painful loss not only to the Goje family but also to the entire Gombe community. They prayed to Allah (SWT) to grant the deceased eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdausi and to give Senator Goje and his family the strength to bear the irreparable loss.
Alhaji Hamma Saleh, through a statement from the Hamma Saleh Memorial Foundation, expressed his heartfelt sympathy, noting that Hajiya Jummai was known for her humility and kindness. He urged the family to take solace in the will of Allah.
Senator Dankwambo also joined in the prayer, asking Almighty Allah to forgive her shortcomings and grant her a peaceful abode in paradise.
The late Hajiya Jummai Danjuma Goje passed away recently, leaving behind family members, friends, and associates who continue to mourn her departure.
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