NewsNigeriaGovernor Yahaya Mourns Gombe Journalists Died In Accident 

A tragedy has befallen the Gombe State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists NUJ with the death of some members in a ghastly motor accident involving staff of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), Gombe, and the State Ministry of Information.

The accident occurred along the Billiri-Kumo Road while the victims were returning from a colleague’s wedding ceremony in Kaltungo.

Reacting to the incident, Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya described the incident as a heart-rending tragedy that has plunged Gombe State into mourning, noting that the loss goes beyond families and institutions.

Those who lost their lives in the unfortunate incident include: Zarah Umar, Manager News and Senior Special Assistant to the Governor in the Office of the First Lady; Manu Haruna Kwami, Manager Administration NTA; Isa Lawan; Musa Tabra, a Retired Manager News; Aminu Adamu, Senior Driver; Adams Danladi of StarTimes; and Judith Kutus, Information Officer with the Gombe State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB).

In a statement by Ismaila Uba Misilli, Director-General ( Press Affairs), Government House, Gombe, the Governor described their deaths as a devastating blow to journalism, public service, and governance in Gombe State.

He said the deceased were committed professionals who dedicated their lives to informing, educating and serving the people.

“This tragedy is deeply painful. We have lost colleagues, partners in progress, and devoted public servants who served with passion and a strong sense of duty. Their absence will be felt for a long time,” the Governor said.

Governor Yahya extended his deepest condolences to the families of the deceased, the leadership and members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, the management and staff of the Nigerian Television Authority and the entire media fraternity within and beyond Gombe State.

He also prayed for the quick recovery of the injured victims currently receiving medical attention, including Emmanuel Akila (NTA Government House Correspondent), Steven Doddo of NTA Marketing Department, Nina Gadal (Ministry of Information), and Jonathan Bara, Manager,  Marketing,  NTA, assuring them of the government’s full support.

“Our hearts are with the injured, and we pray earnestly for their speedy and complete recovery. The Government of Gombe State is closely monitoring the situation and will ensure that all necessary assistance is provided.

“This is a dark moment for Gombe State. We mourn together, we grieve together, and we pray that Almighty God protects us all from such tragic occurrences,” the Governor added.

The Governor prayed Almighty God to grant the departed souls eternal rest and give the bereaved families, colleagues and loved ones the strength to bear the heavy loss.