Gombe State Reports 48 Children Stolen, Urges Vigilance

On Friday, Governor Yahaya of Gombe State announced that 48 children, aged between two and five years, have been reported stolen within the state. The governor did not provide specific details regarding when or where these incidents occurred.

However, he referenced a recent case involving child abduction in the Orji Estate area, which followed the relaxation of the state’s motorcycle ban. Governor Yahaya emphasized the importance of community cooperation with security agencies to address this emerging threat and restore peace in the state.

He urged residents to remain vigilant and support ongoing efforts to safeguard lives and property across Gombe State, highlighting the serious nature of the situation and the need for collective action to tackle these security challenges.