…preaches peace ahead of the 2023 general elections.
The Gombe State Command Commissioner of Police, CP Oqua Etim in continuation of his tour of Gombe Local Government Areas has visited the Kaltungo Chiefdom, Billiri Chiefdom and Akko Emirate Council.
According to a press release signed by the Gombe State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Mahid Muazu Abubakar, said that the Commissioner’s convoy toured the Three Local Government Areas to familiarize with the councils, solicit their support and seek fatherly counsel and blessings from the Mai Kaltungo Engineer Saleh Muhammad Umar OON, Mai Tangle Alh. Sanusi Danladi Maiyamba and the Lamido of Akko Alh Umar Muhammad Atiku.
Earlier in his address, the Commissioner of Police said he deemed it fit to pay homage and accord respect by giving honour to whom honour is due.
He appealed to the three Royal Fathers to use their influence and fatherly positions to talk to the members of their communities to shun violence or any other form of vice and conduct themselves according to the rule of law. He also commends their efforts in ensuring that peace strives in their respective communities.
CP Oqua Etim reiterated the command’s readiness to provide adequate security before, during and after the Election.
Responding, the Mai Kaltungo Engr. Saleh Muhammad Umar OON applauded the commissioner for the visit and assures him of their commitment to maintaining the relative peace enjoyed by the loving people of his community.
In his remark, Mai Tangale added that the commissioner of police will continue to have their maximum support and cooperation in ensuring Gombe remains the most peaceful state in Nigeria.
The Lamido of Akko Alh Umar Muhammed Atiku welcomed the Commissioner of Police and thanked him for visiting his emirate.
The three palaces gave out gifts to the Police Commissioner and wished him alongside his entourage, a safe trip back to their destination.
