Gombe Police Command

01/02/2026

PRESS RELEASE
GOMBE STATE POLICE COMMAND

Gombe State Police Command; Dismantle Specialized Armed Robbery Syndicate, Recover Arms and Ammunition in Pindiga District, Akko LGA

Suspects:
(1) Babangida Gamji “M” 25years, at Fobawure Village, Billiri LGA
(2) Dahiru Abdullahi “M” 30years of Wawa Village, Funakaye LGA
(3) Ahmadu Garba “M” 21years of Song LGA, Adamawa State
(4) Umaru Bubba a.k.a. Babuga “M” 25years of Dadin Kowa, Yemaltu-Deba LGA
(5) Isah Haruna “M” 20years of Dadin Kowa, Yemaltu/Deba LGA
(6) Unman Abdullahi “M” 30years of Kaltungo LGA
(7) Alhaji Sale Adamu “M” now at large

The Command wishes to inform the general public that on 29th January 2026 at about 1400hrs, while acting on credible information arrested the above mentioned suspects concerning a case of armed robbery and criminal conspiracy.

According to the report, sometime in December 2025 at about 0230hrs, the victim (name withheld) was attacked in his residence by the 1st suspect Babangida Gamji “M” in company of three unidentified accomplices. The suspects reportedly assaulted the victim with a rifle and a cutlass and attempted to rob him of his motorcycle. The victim narrowly escaped.

However, the suspects contacted the victim via phone, intimidated him and demanded the sum of six hundred and fifty thousand Naira (₦650,000) threatening severe consequences if he failed to comply, the victim later paid the said amount.

Upon receiving the complaint, detectives from the Command immediately launched a detailed investigation which led to the arrest of the principal suspect. Further investigation resulted in the arrest of his five accomplices.

During the operation, the following items were recovered from the suspects:
•One pump-action rifle
•One locally made LAR rifle
•Twelve (12) rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition
•One (1) live cartridge
•One cutlass
•Cash sum of ₦227,000

The suspects are currently in police custody and are undergoing further investigation. The Command assures the public that all efforts are being intensified to arrest the remaining culprit and to ensure that justice is served.

Further developments will be communicated in due course.

The Commissioner of Police, Gombe State Command, CP Umar Ahmed Chuso, mnips, fwc, psc (+), commends the officers involved in the operation and reassures the public of the Command’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents.

DSP Buhari Abdullahi
Police Public Relations Officer,
for: commissioner of Police,
Gombe State Command.

31/01/2026

26/01/2026

POLICE SERVICE COMMISSION

PRESS RELEASE

RECRUITMENT OF 50,000 POLICE CONSTABLES: OVER 400,000 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED; APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED BY TWO WEEKS

The Police Service Commission (PSC) and Nigeria Police Force (NPF) announce a two-week extension for the ongoing recruitment of 50,000 Constables. The application portal which opened on 15th December, 2025 has now been extended to close on 8th February, 2026.

This decision follows the receipt of over 400,000 applications and a review showing significant disparities in state participation. While some states like Adamawa, Benue, and Kaduna have high application numbers, states such as Lagos, Ogun, Bayelsa, Ebonyi, and Anambra have notably lower submissions.

The extension aims to ensure equitable representation nationwide. All eligible Nigerians, particularly from above-mentioned states with fewer applications, are strongly encouraged to apply via the official portal: www.npfapplication.psc.gov.ng.

State Governments, Local Government Councils, sociocultural organizations, religious bodies, community leaders, and other stakeholders are strongly encouraged to mobilize and sensitize eligible citizens within their jurisdictions to apply before the new deadline.

The PSC and NPF reaffirm their commitment to a fair and transparent recruitment process.

Torty Njoku Kalu
Head, Protocol and Public Affairs
Police Service Commission, Abuja.
26 January 2026

25/01/2026

PRESS RELEASE
GOMBE STATE POLICE COMMAND

CRIMINAL CONSPIRACY, CULPABLE HOMICIDE, ABDUCTION AND MISCHIEF BY FIRE: Rescued of Three (3) abducted Victims and Recovery of Two (2) AK-47 Rifles, sixty eight rounds of 7.62mm live ammunitions, four (4) magazines, One Hundred and Twenty (120) Expended 7.62mm Ammunition Shells, Four (4) Operational Motorcycles and Three Bandits neutralized in Pindiga District, Akko LGA

The Gombe State Police Command has received a report regarding an attack allegedly carried out by suspected armed bandits in Rahama, Lambo and Garin Galadima villages in Pindiga District, Akko Local Government Area.

On 24/01/2026 at about 0200hrs, information received revealed that suspected bandits invaded Rahama Village via Gagarabami, where they shot and killed;
(1) Tela Bello Ahmadu “M” 70years. Thereafter, abducted his two sons;
(2) Saleh Tela “M” 25years
(3) Abdullahi Tela “M” 35years.

Subsequently, at about 0340hrs, the same group stormed Lambo Village, abducted the following:
(1) Babayo Garba “M” 30years
(2) Malam Abba Musa “M” 45years
(3) Baayo Bayi “M” 20years

Upon receipt of the distress call, Police Tactical Teams under Operation Hattara, in collaboration with hunters and vigilante groups, swiftly mobilised and engaged the bandits in a gun duel. During the operation, the said Baayo Bayi “M” was unfortunately caught in the crossfire and later confirmed died, while Babayo Garba “M” and Malam Abba Musa “M” were successfully rescued. Three (3) of the bandits were neutralised, while others escaped into the forest with suspected gunshot injuries.

Exhibits recovered include:
(1) two AK-47 rifles
(2) four magazines
(3) sixty eight (68) rounds of live 7.62mm live ammunitions
(4) one hundred and twenty (120) empty 7.62mm ammunition shells, and
(5) four (4) motorcycles
(6) Cash sum of Two thousand three hundred Naira ( #2,300)

The rescued victims were taken to Hospital for medical examination.

Efforts have being intensified to arrest the fleeing suspects. Further developments will be communicated in due course.

The Commissioner of Police, Gombe State Command, CP Umar Ahmed Chuso, mnips, fwc, psc (+), reassures the public of the Command’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property across the state and urges for continue support and provide timely and credible information to the Police.

DSP Buhari Abdullahi
Police Public Relations Officer,
for: Commissioner of Police,
Gombe State Command.

25/01/2026

25/01/2026

𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝘀, 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗞-47 𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗚𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀
Gombe State Police confirm three bandits killed and victims rescued after a fierce gun battle. Security forces recovered two AK-47 rifles and ammunition....

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

25/01/2026

On the night of 24/01/2026, a joint security operation involving the Police, Operation Hattara, Hunters, and Vigilante groups successfully rescued two (2) persons and recovered the following items from criminals in Pindiga District, Akko Local Government Area:
Two (2) AK-47 rifles
One hundred and twenty (120) rounds of 7.62mm ammunition
Four (4) motorcycles.

15/01/2026

15/01/2026

PHOTO NEWS
GOMBE STATE POLICE COMMAND

CP UMAR AHMED CHUSO, mnips, fwc, psc (+), ATTENDS 2026 ARMED FORCES REMEMBRANCE DAY CELEBRATION

The Commissioner of Police, Gombe State Command, CP Umar Ahmed Chuso, mnips, fwc, psc (+), attended the 2026 Armed Forces Celebrations and Remembrance Day held in Gombe State, in honour of fallen heroes who paid the supreme price in defence of Nigeria’s unity, peace, and territorial integrity.

The CP joined the Deputy Governor Gombe State, Dr Manassah Daniel Jatau PhD, senior government officials, heads of security agencies, serving and retired military and paramilitary personnel, traditional rulers, and other critical stakeholders. Activities marking the celebration included a wreath-laying ceremony and prayers for fallen heroes.

DSP Buhari Abdullahi
Police Public Relations Officer,
for: commissioner of Police,
Gombe State Command.

15/01/2026

15/01/2026

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15/01/2026

CP Ahmad Umar Chuso Commissioner of Police For Gombe State, Attend the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, may the soul of our Heroes Rest in Peace.

28/12/2025

PRESS RELEASE
GOMBE STATE POLICE COMMAND

SUSPECTED KIDNAPPING AND CULPABLE HOMICIDE IN PINDIGA, AKKO LGA

The Gombe State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that on 28/12/2025, at about 0330 hours, a distress report was received at Pindiga Police Station, Akko Local Government Area, regarding a shooting and Abduction incident.

According to the report, unidentified armed men invaded the residence of the victims along Pindiga–Kashere Road. During the attack, the assailants shot:
(1) Yusuf Mohammed “M” aged 31 years, and
(2) Faiza Mohammed “F” aged 28years,
and abducted;
(3) Zainab Mohammed Yusuf “F”, aged 16 years, all of the same address.

The armed men further proceeded to the residence of Alhaji Yayaji Abdullahi, where they abducted his wife and two children, namely:
(1)Summai Alhaji Yayaji “F”, aged 35 years;
(2)Al’amin Alhaji Yayaji “M”, aged 11 years; and
(3) Fatima Abdullahi “F”, aged 14 years, all of the same address.

The two gunshot victims were immediately rushed to the Cottage Hospital, Pindiga, unfortunately they were confirmed dead by a medical doctor.

A visit to the scene of the incident by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, alongside a team of senior officers, led to the recovery of six (6) empty shells of AK-47 ammunition and one (1) live ammunition. Following this development, tactical and intelligence-led operations were immediately intensified in the area.

Consequently, hunters and local vigilante groups were mobilized, while concerted efforts are ongoing to rescue the abducted victims and apprehend the perpetrators of this heinous crime.

The Gombe State Police Command strongly condemns this criminal act and assures members of the public that all necessary measures are being taken to bring those responsible to justice. Members of the public are urged to remain calm and continue to support the Police with credible and timely information that may aid the ongoing investigation.

Further developments will be communicated as they unfold.

DSP Buhari Abdullahi
Police Public Relations Officer,
for: commissioner of Police,
Gombe State Command.

28/12/2025

24/12/2025

POLICE PRESS RELEASE
GOMBE STATE POLICE COMMAND

CP Umar Ahmed Chuso MNIPS, fwc, psc(+) Decorates Newly Promoted Senior Officers on Behalf of the Inspector-General of Police

The Commissioner of Police, Gombe State Command, CP Umar Ahmed Chuso MNIPS, fwc, psc(+), on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, NPM, PhD, alongside members of his management team, on 24th December, 2025, decorated newly promoted senior officers at the Gombe State Police Command Headquarters.

The decoration ceremony featured the promotion of three (3) Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACP) to the rank of Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) and nine (9) Superintendents of Police (SP) to the rank of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP).

The officers promoted from ACP to DCP include:
• DCP U. M. Ogoche, Commanding Officer, 59 Police Mobile Force (PMF);
• DCP Abubakar Dahiru Auna, Assistant Commissioner of Police (Operations);
• DCP Abubakar Sabo Giade, Area Commander, Bajoga.

Those promoted from SP to CSP include:
• CSP Tijjani Usaini Ringim, Command Finance Officer;
• CSP Thomas Umedi, Command Legal Officer;
• CSP Salisu Abdul Ibrahim Ningi, Divisional Police Officer, Deba Division;
• CSP Nura Muhammad Suleiman, Divisional Police Officer, Dukku Division;
• CSP Lazarus Yalbi Salatiel, DCO, Shongom Division;
• CSP Ibrahim Musa Dayi, Admin Officer, 34 PMF;
• CSP Abdulrasheed El-Rufa’i;
• CSP Tobias S. Tsenshut, Divisional Crime Officer, Pantami Division.

In his remarks, CP Umar Ahmed Chuso congratulated the officers on their well-deserved promotions, describing the advancement as a recognition of their dedication, professionalism, and years of meritorious service to the Nigeria Police Force. He charged the newly promoted officers to view their elevation as a call to greater responsibility, urging them to uphold the highest standards of discipline, integrity, leadership, and professionalism in the discharge of their duties.

The Commissioner further emphasized that the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, NPM, PhD, remains deeply committed to the improved welfare, motivation, and well-being of officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force. He noted that the IGP’s welfare-driven reforms are aimed at boosting morale, enhancing operational effectiveness, and ensuring that personnel are adequately supported to deliver quality policing services to the public.

The occasion was graced by the Deputy Speaker of the Gombe State House of Assembly, Hon. Sadam Bello Sale; the Emir of Funakaye, His Royal Highness Alhaji Yakubu Muhammad Kwairanga IV; representatives of the Funakaye Local Government Chairman; members of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC); families of the promotees, the press, and other stakeholders.

The ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by DCP U. M. Ogoche on behalf of the promotees, expressing appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police and the Police Service Commission for the confidence reposed in them, while reaffirming their commitment to professionalism and effective service delivery.

DSP Buhari Abdullahi
Police Public Relations Officer,
For: Commissioner of Police,
Gombe State Command.

24th December, 2025