Ahmed Tijjani Galadima, the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Adamawa State, has condemned the deadly attack on Dzangola community in Gombi Local Government Area, calling for urgent action to strengthen security in vulnerable communities across the state.
Galadima, in a statement issued by Adamu Sambo, his media aide, expressed sympathy with the families of victims following the reported attack by suspected Boko Haram insurgents on Sunday, September 6, 2026.
The chairman of Gombi Local Government Area had confirmed that 12 people were killed and two others injured in the attack. Several homes and businesses were reportedly destroyed, while there were also reports that a young girl was abducted during the incident.
Galadima described the attack as ‘deeply distressing and unacceptable,’ saying rural communities had endured the consequences of insecurity for too long.
He called on the military, police and other security and intelligence agencies to intensify efforts to protect lives and property, particularly in communities repeatedly targeted by insurgents.
‘Our people deserve to sleep in their homes without fear, cultivate their farms without anxiety and conduct their businesses without the constant threat of violence,’ he said.
The APC candidate also urged security agencies to make every effort to locate and rescue the abducted girl, while appealing to residents to remain vigilant and provide credible information on suspicious movements and activities to security agencies and community leaders.
He said tackling terrorism required a collective effort involving government at all levels, security agencies, traditional and religious leaders, community vigilantes and residents.
Galadima further appealed to humanitarian organisations, philanthropists and well-meaning Nigerians to support families whose homes and livelihoods were affected by the attack.
He prayed for the restoration of peace in Dzangola, Gombi and other communities affected by insurgency, urging stakeholders to work together to make Adamawa safer for its residents.