Gombe Governor Dismisses 4 Aides Over Assault on Councillor

Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has approved the immediate dismissal of four aides allegedly involved in the physical assault of councillor Abdulrahman Abubakar Sheriff. The assault took place in Shamaki ward, Gombe Local Government Area.

The Governor's spokesman, Ismaila Uba Misilli, stated that the decision to dismiss the aides was based on the findings of a special committee set up to probe the incident. The Governor reiterated a zero-tolerance policy towards violence, misconduct, and abuse of office within the administration.