Police to hold shooting exercise in Gombe, residents urged to stay calm
The Gombe State Police Command has announced a two-day shooting range exercise for its personnel. According to Buhari Abdullahi, the exercise will take place at the Gombe Military Shooting Range in Liji. Residents have been advised not to panic at the sound of gunfire and to avoid unnecessary movement near the area. The police are calling for public cooperation to ensure safety during the exercise.
What we know
- The Nigeria Police Force, Gombe State Command, will conduct a routine shooting exercise on April 14 and 15, 2026.
- The exercise will happen at the Gombe Military Shooting Range in Liji from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day.
- Buhari Abdullahi, the State Police Public Relations Officer, issued a public notice about the event.
- Residents are urged not to panic at the sound of gunshots and to avoid unnecessary movement around the area.
- The public is asked to cooperate with security personnel and follow all instructions for safety.
