Governor Inuwa Yahaya Visits Gombe State University After Female Hostel Fire

The Executive Governor of Gombe State, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has paid a sympathy visit to Gombe State University (GSU) following the fire outbreak that occurred on Thursday night at the Female Hostel Annex.

The Governor, visibly moved by the incident, interacted closely with students and assured them of his administration’s support. He was accompanied by the Deputy Governor, the Speaker of the Gombe State House of Assembly and members, the Secretary to the State Government, the Chief of Staff, the Commissioner for Higher Education, Alhaji Shettima Baba Gadam, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Bldr. Ahmed Sa’adi Guli, alongside other commissioners, permanent secretaries, directors, and dignitaries.

Commiserating with the University Management and students, Governor Yahaya announced the immediate release of ₦20 million, half to be disbursed directly to the victims as immediate relief, and the other half to be managed through the Student Representative Council (SRC) for the benefit of the wider student community. He directed that the funds be released and made available without delay by tomorrow, and further ordered the immediate commencement of plans for the construction of a new, befitting hostel to replace the damaged facility.

The Governor also urged students to remain law-abiding, resilient, and focused on their academic pursuits, reiterating his administration’s commitment to education, safety, and student welfare across the state.

In his response, the University Registrar, Dr. Abubakar Aliyu Bafeto, expressed profound gratitude to the Governor for his prompt visit and generous intervention. He confirmed that no life was lost in the incident and noted that the University community remains deeply appreciative of the Visitor’s compassion and swift response.