Adamawa CP Dankombo Morris Leads On-The-Spot Assessment in Madagali Following Deadly Attack

Adamawa CP Dankombo Morris Leads On-The-Spot Assessment in Madagali Following Deadly Attack

The Commissioner of Police for Adamawa State, CP Dankombo Morris, PSC(+), has personally led a high-powered delegation to Madagali Local Government Area to conduct an on-the-spot assessment of the security situation following a brazen attack by suspected armed men yesterday.

The attack, which targeted communities within the council area, has raised security concerns, prompting the immediate response from the state’s police command. CP Morris, accompanied by a team of senior police officers, visited the affected villages to evaluate the extent of the damage and review the current security architecture.

According to a statement released by the command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, the visit was aimed at bolstering the security response. “The Commissioner of Police personally led a team of senior officers to the affected villages to assess the security situation and review police deployments,” the statement read. “This move is aimed at strengthening collaboration with sister security agencies, particularly the Military, to ensure a robust and coordinated response.”

Upon arrival in Madagali, the Police Commissioner was received by the traditional ruler, the Ptil Madagali, and the Chairman of Madagali Local Government Area. The discussions centered on the security lapses that led to the incident and strategies to prevent future occurrences.

In a display of empathy and community policing, CP Morris also held discussions with members of the affected communities, including those from Shuawari, Kirchinga Ward. He commiserated with the residents over the loss and trauma suffered in the attack. He listened attentively to their concerns and fears, offering reassurance of the Command’s unwavering commitment to restoring peace.

“The Commissioner reassured them of the Command’s unwavering commitment to restoring peace, enhancing security presence, and ensuring a return to normalcy in the area,” SP Nguroje added.

The police command has assured residents that further developments regarding the investigation and security measures will be communicated to the public in due course. Security has been tightened in the area, with joint patrols by police and military personnel now ongoing to prevent further breaches.