Deputy gov’s office foils armed robbery attempt in Yola

The security personnel attached to the office of the Deputy Governor in Yola foiled an armed robbery attempt at the office entrance.

The robbery attempt followed a vehicle belonging to the office of Deputy Governor Professor Kaletawpa George Faruta, which was transporting cash from a commercial bank.

According to a source close to the office, the vehicle was attacked by four men in a Toyota Corolla, who pursued it from Bank Road and attempted to block the vehicle near the Government House, firing at the security at the gate.

The source added that the robbers first attacked the vehicle on Gimba Road near the Hamman Yero printing press. Only the driver and a cashier from the Deputy Governor’s office were in the car.

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At the office gate, security personnel noticed the unusual speed of the vehicle and the pursuit by the robbers. They quickly opened the gate barrier to allow the vehicle to enter safely.

Although no arrests were made, one security officer was shot while opening the gate and is currently receiving treatment. The other personnel are working to secure the area after the attack.

Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, confirmed the attack in a statement to Nigeria Tribune, stating that the command is pursuing the attackers. He reassured the public to continue with normal activities, emphasizing that efforts are underway to apprehend the perpetrators.

NIGERIAN TRIBUNE