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The Taraba State Police Command has lost its Public Relations Officer, Superintendent of Police, Abdulahi Usman, who passed away after a prolonged illness.
The Force Public Relations Department confirmed his death in a statement on Wednesday, describing his passing as a heartbreaking loss.The statement further noted that the Force Public Relations Department stands in solidarity with his family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time and offered prayers for the peaceful repose of his soul.
The Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in the statement, expressed grief over the loss, noting that Usman was not just a police officer but a peace builder, given his role as a bridge between the police in the state and members of the public.
“For three years, he dedicated himself to fostering trust, ensuring transparency, and building a relationship of mutual respect between the police and the public in Taraba State. His warm personality, professionalism, and relentless pursuit of justice were qualities worth emulating,” Adejobi said.
Adejobi also extended condolences to the officers and men of the Taraba State Police Command, as well as Usman’s family and loved ones.
Usman, who served as the spokesperson for the command for three years, died in the early hours of Sunday, March 23, 2025.
