The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Yahaya, has strongly condemned the recent attack in Mafa, Tarmuwa Local Government Area of Yobe State.
The attack, carried out by gunmen suspected to be Boko Haram insurgents, involved the looting and burning of shops and houses in the area.
In a press statement issued on Wednesday by Ismaila Misilli, the Director-General of Press Affairs at Gombe Government House, Yahaya described the attack as a senseless act of violence that has caused immense grief to the affected families and communities.
He commended the security forces for their ongoing efforts to combat criminal elements but stressed the need for increased vigilance and action to apprehend those responsible for the attack. “This brutal act must not go unpunished. I call on security agencies to double their efforts and ensure that the perpetrators are swiftly brought to justice,” Yahaya stated.
The NSGF Chairman reiterated the commitment of northern governors to supporting initiatives aimed at restoring peace and security in the region. He emphasized the importance of collective action to prevent such tragedies from recurring.
Yahaya extended his sympathies to the bereaved families and the government of Yobe State, offering prayers for the repose of the souls of the deceased and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.
