Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, has ordered the immediate closure of local nightclubs, commonly known as ‘Gala Houses,’ across the state.
The announcement came through the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibrahim Njodi, who explained that the move followed numerous public complaints.
The SSG said the closure aims to curb the continuous rise of immoral behavior, criminal activities, and security breaches associated with these nightclubs.
To ensure compliance, Governor Yahaya has instructed the Nigeria Police, Nigeria Civil Defence Corps, and Operation Hattara to mobilize their personnel and enforce the directive rigorously.
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He said, “For the avoidance of doubt, the affected Gala Houses are: Jami’a Gidan Wanka located at Mile 3 Yola Road, Gombe, White House Theatre (Babban Gida) located at New Mile 3 Yola Road, Gombe; Gidan Lokaci General Merchant located at Mile 3 Reservoir Road, Gombe and Farin Gida Entertainment II located at Wuro Karal, Kalshingi Road, Gombe.
“Others are: Gidan Zamani Entertainment New Mile 3, Yola Road, Tumfure, Gombe; Albarka Entertainment Located at Wuro Karal, Bypass near Hara Form, Gombe; Gala Houses Located at Kuri Town, Lubo village and Kurba village all in Yamaltu Deba Local Government Area.
“Also affected are Tauraren Wash located at Trailer Park, Bauchi Road, Gombe and Gala House located at Bajoga Town in Funakaye Local Government Area,” Njodi’s statement partly read.