Victory jubilation unconnected with death of Adamu- Police
Gombe State Police command has absolved Governor Muhammadu Yahaya’s, Tuesday thank you visit from the killing of a 21-year-old who was stabbed by suspected hoodlums.
Recall that Usman Adamu, was allegedly killed and his phone snatched from him by his assailants at Anguwa Uku, the day the governor visited the area to say thank you to his supporters for their overwhelming votes.
Yahaya had visited Kwami, Funakaye, Dukku and Nafada Local Government Areas to express his gratitude.
Confirming the killing of Adamu, on Wednesday Police Public Relations Officer ASP Mahid Abubakar, said the youth’s killing had nothing to do with the jubilation atmosphere.
He noted that so far no arrest has been made, adding that investigation would confirm the cause of the killing.
Abubakar said, “It’s confirmed he (Adamu) was stabbed by thugs and his phone was snatched but so far there is no arrest made. As for now, the investigation is ongoing.”
“No connection with the Jubilation rally of His Excellency for now, but any development will be communicated.
The investigation will reveal other facts that’s why I said for now,” the Police spokesperson added.
Earlier, the father of the deceased Adamu Ali, had cried for justice, calling on law enforcement agencies to unravel the cause of the killing of Adamu.
So far, no announcement of condolence visit organised to the deceased family house by government.
