Eid-el-Fitr: Gombe emir lauds peace, unity among residents
The Emir of Gombe praised the state's leadership and progress during a traditional Eid-el-Fitr homage to Governor Muhammadu Yahaya.
Gombe NNPP chair resigns, cites ‘careful political consideration’
Kabir Makko has resigned from his position as the Gombe State chairman of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, emphasizing his decision followed careful political consideration.
Eid-el-Fitr: Federal Fire Service issues safety advisory in Gombe
The Federal Fire Service in Gombe State has issued a public safety advisory for residents to take precautions during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations to avoid fire incidents.
Eid-el-Fitr: Gombe NSCDC, police deploy personnel, issue advisory
Gombe State security agencies are mobilizing over 700 personnel to ensure safety during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations from March 19 to 21, 2026.
Plight of Bauchi mothers, children inside overcrowded Gombe IDP camp
The article highlights the struggles of mothers and children, such as eight-year-old Hafsat Adamu, in a crowded internally displaced person (IDP) camp in Gombe State, Nigeria, due to violence in Bauchi State.
Police rescue cleric confined by youths in Gombe community
Police in Gombe State, Nigeria, rescued a cleric who was reportedly confined by local youths associated with the Darika sect.
Fire service advises caution as heatwave escalates fire danger
The Federal Fire Service in Gombe State warns residents to adhere to fire safety measures due to heightened fire risks caused by increasing temperatures.
Gombe deploys 700 forest guard recruits for training in Osun
Gombe State has sent 700 recruits for training as forest guards to enhance security and protect its forest reserves.
Gombe forest guards begin training in Osun
The Gombe State Forest Guards have begun their training at a Mobile Police Training School in Osun State to enhance security in the region's forest reserves.
Residents hail Gombe’s N5 billion street naming, house numbering project
Residents of Gombe State are excited about a N5 billion project aimed at naming streets and numbering houses, believing it will improve address identification and service delivery.
IWD 2026: POWA supports 100 widows, officers’ wives in Gombe
The Police Officers' Wives Association in Gombe State has provided food and cash support to 100 widows and wives of police officers in celebration of the 2026 International Women's Day.
Gombe First Lady announces 200 bank accounts for GBV survivors
The First Lady of Gombe State has announced a new initiative to establish 200 bank accounts aimed at supporting survivors of Gender-Based Violence during the International Women’s Day celebration.
Gombe APC elects 36-member exco, pledges stronger party structure
The All Progressives Congress in Gombe State has formed a new 36-member executive committee, promising to enhance party structure and grassroots engagement ahead of upcoming elections.
DSS arrests suspected mastermind of Kogi, Kwara kidnappings
The Department of State Services has arrested Shafiu Usman, a suspected mastermind behind multiple kidnappings in Kogi, Kwara, Niger, and Zamfara states.
Gombe approves N5 billion for street numbering and signage
The Gombe State Executive Council has approved a N5 billion project for street naming, signages, and house numbering to enhance urban management.
48 Gombe children trafficked, governor raises the alarm
The Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Yahaya, has warned of a troubling increase in child trafficking, revealing that 48 children have been taken from the state.
Gombe will replicate Tinubu’s Lagos LCDA model – Gov
Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Yahaya plans to adopt Lagos' Local Council Development Area model to enhance grassroots governance and development.
Gombe releases N2.2 billion to resettle affected residents under ACReSAL project
The Gombe State Government has allocated N2.2 billion for the Resettlement Action Plan associated with the ACReSAL project aimed at combating desertification in northern Nigeria.
Anambra man, others emerge as excos in Gombe APC ward poll
An Igbo businessman from Anambra State, Edwin Chukwujeku, has been elected as the Assistant Secretary of the Bolari East Ward of the APC in Gombe State, highlighting the party's inclusivity.
Ramadan: Police extend motorcycle movement until 11pm in Gombe
The Gombe State Police have extended motorcycle movement restrictions until 11 PM during Ramadan to accommodate increased activities related to the holy month.
Gombe Rep dumps PDP for APC
A member of the House of Representatives, Inuwa Garba, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress in Gombe State, citing positive leadership and policies as his motivation.
Gombe gets new Head of Service
Gombe State has appointed Professor Muazu Shehu as the new Head of the Civil Service following the retirement of the former office-holder.
ACReSAL establishes plant lab to boost farming in Gombe
The ACReSAL Project in Gombe State plans to establish a modern agricultural laboratory to combat plant diseases and enhance crop productivity.
NSCDC moves to protect fibre-optic cables in Gombe
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Gombe has partnered with the state government to protect fibre-optic cables viewed as critical national infrastructure.
Gombe fire service saves property worth N10m
The Gombe State Fire Service successfully contained a fire incident, saving property worth approximately N10 million.
FG opens bridges, other projects in Gombe
The Nigerian government inaugurated bridges and road improvements in Gombe State to enhance traffic flow and safety.
Police rescue kidnapped victim in Gombe
The Gombe State Police successfully rescued a kidnapping victim following an attack in Tingile Village.
FG constructs 80-bed clinics in Gombe to tackle maternal deaths
The Nigerian Federal Government has inaugurated two new maternity centers in Gombe State to address the issue of maternal mortality.
Gombe governor pledges support for Tinubu’s renewed hope plan
Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Yahaya expressed support for President Tinubu's National Development Plan during the National Economic Council Conference in Abuja.
Fire service prevents disaster in Gombe, salvages residential flat
The Federal Fire Service in Gombe State successfully contained a fire outbreak, preventing extensive damage to nearby properties and saving an estimated ₦20 million in value.
Police arrest tenant over neighbour’s death in Gombe
A 37-year-old tenant, Bello Abubakar, has been arrested by the Gombe State Police in connection with the death of 38-year-old Maryam Hassan, who was found with severe head injuries outside her residence.
Why Buhari asked me to stay out of Gombe politics — Pantami
Former Minister Isa Ali-Pantami disclosed that late President Buhari advised him to avoid involvement in Gombe State politics for the sake of unity and stability.
Tying legs after snakebite reduces victims’ chances of survival — Experts
Experts warn that tying the affected limb after a snakebite is an outdated and dangerous practice that can significantly diminish the chances of survival for victims.
Fire guts building, destroys property in Gombe
A fire in Tumfure Quarters, Gombe State, destroyed two residential buildings, but no casualties were reported thanks to the quick response of firefighters.