The Gombe State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Colonel Abdullahi Bello (rtd), has died in a tragic road accident along the Malam Sidi–Gombe road.
The state government announced his death in a statement issued Friday by Ismaila Uba Misilli, Director-General, Press Affairs, Government House, Gombe.
According to Misilli, the retired colonel died while returning from Maiduguri, Borno State, where he had attended the North East Regional Consultation on the Development of a National Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR) framework.
The crash also claimed the life of his police orderly, Sergeant Adamu Husaini, while the Commissioner’s driver, who sustained serious injuries, is currently receiving treatment in a hospital.
“The Gombe State Government announces, 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 stated.
Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya expressed deep shock and sadness over the incident, describing the late Bello as a disciplined officer and a dedicated public servant who served with courage and integrity.
“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 a deep sense of responsibility,” Yahaya said.
“His death is a monumental loss not only to his family and our government but to Gombe State and Nigeria as a whole.”
Governor Yahaya also praised the late Commissioner’s contributions in the State Executive Council, especially in shaping policies that strengthened internal security, inter-agency coordination, and community safety across Gombe.
He extended condolences to the family of the deceased, his associates, and the Balanga Local Government community.
The governor also prayed for Allah’s forgiveness for the departed souls and for their admission into Aljannat Firdaus.
The governor further sympathized with the family of the late Sergeant Husaini, describing both men as patriots who died in active service to the state and the nation.
The time for the funeral prayer of the late Commissioner and his orderly will be announced later, according to government officials.