Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, has commiserated with the Christian community in the state over the unfortunate incident that left no fewer than 22 persons injured.
Recall that a vehicle carrying grains had lost break around women centre opposite Orji Estate hitting some persons on Christmas procession.
The procession which is a regular ritual to show love and solidarity, was heading to Gombe Emir’s palace, from there to Government House for Christmas homage, before the incident occured.
The Police Public Relations Officer DSP Buhari Abdullahi, who confirmed the incident described it as an accident, “I think the driver lost break, you know that place is a hill. The driver was carrying rice in the vehicle including the roof of the vehicle.”
Lamenting the incident while receiving leaders of the Christian community led by Christian Association of Nigeria, Governor Yahaya said, “Our thoughts and prayers are with the injured, their families, and the entire Christian community during this difficult time. It is my commitment as Governor to ensure that all necessary medical assistance is provided to the victims.”
“We will ensure that those responsible are held accountable, and decisive action will be taken against anyone found wanting in this incident. The safety and well-being of our citizens remain our top priority,” he added.
Yahaya continued saying, “I want to appeal to especially the young ones that this season is a joyous one. I want to ask that we go with the ethics, guidance and counsel. I pray that God will give us more Christmas to celebrate. Live in peace with your neighbours, because we are one people under God. Put the country in prayers so that as humanity we can progress and move forward.”
Speaking earlier, the Christian Association of Nigeria, Chairman, Reverend Alphonsus Shinga, said they were at the Government House to share the joy of the season with the governor as part of this year’s Christmas celebrations.
He lauded the governor for his swift response to the unfortunate incident involving an accident of a Sharon vehicle, which left many faithful injured.
Shinga also called for peace, unity, and progress for the state and the nation.
