4 months ago
9
The Police Command in Jigawa says that three of its Senior Officers have died due to illnesses in the last two weeks.
Lawan Shiisu, the command’s Public Relations Officer, disclosed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Dutse.
Mr Shiisu said that the officers died between 22 June and 5 July.
According to him, those who died included Salisu Salisu-Mudi (a superintendent of police), a Patrol and Guard from Babura Division, who died at the Federal Medical Centre, Katsina on June 22.
Others, he said, included Asabe Muhammad (an assistant superintendent of police), the second-in-command of the Gender Desk Office of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), who died on Wednesday.
READ ALSO: Two dead, 18 rescued in boat mishap in Jigawa
He added that the command also lost the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Yankwaahi Division, Muhammad Salihu-Koko (a chief superintendent of police), who died on Friday.
Mr Shiisu said that the command has commiserated with the families and loved ones of the deceased and prayed for the repose of their souls.
Nigerians need credible journalism. Help us report it.
PREMIUM TIMES delivers fact-based journalism for Nigerians, by Nigerians — and our community of supporters, the readers who donate, make our work possible. Help us bring you and millions of others in-depth, meticulously researched news and information.
It’s essential to acknowledge that news production incurs expenses, and we take pride in never placing our stories behind a prohibitive paywall.
Will you support our newsroom with a modest donation to help maintain our commitment to free, accessible news?
(NAN)
Support PREMIUM TIMES' journalism of integrity and credibility
At Premium Times, we firmly believe in the importance of high-quality journalism. Recognizing that not everyone can afford costly news subscriptions, we are dedicated to delivering meticulously researched, fact-checked news that remains freely accessible to all.
Whether you turn to Premium Times for daily updates, in-depth investigations into pressing national issues, or entertaining trending stories, we value your readership.
It’s essential to acknowledge that news production incurs expenses, and we take pride in never placing our stories behind a prohibitive paywall.
Would you consider supporting us with a modest contribution on a monthly basis to help maintain our commitment to free, accessible news?
TEXT AD: Call Willie - +2348098788999
English (US) ·