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Kebbi APC Chairman Shot Dead By Gunmen
Bako Bala, the chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Suru Local Government Area of Kebbi State, has been tragically killed following an attack by armed gunmen.
The incident occurred at his residence during what appears to have been an abduction attempt.
The news was confirmed by Zaidu Bala, special adviser on television and radio to Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris, who shared the information via a Facebook post.
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“To Allah we belong and to Him we shall return. Alhaji Bako Bala has died — APC chairman of Suru local government,” the post read.
According to the adviser, Bala succumbed to gunshot injuries at the Medical Centre Hospital in Birnin Kebbi after the gunmen shot him during the attempted abduction of him and his family.
Kebbi State police spokesperson, Nafiu Abubakar, mentioned that he is in the process of verifying details of the attack and would provide further information in due course.
This tragic killing comes amidst a wave of rising insecurity in Nigeria’s north-west region, where banditry and kidnappings have continued to escalate.
Over the past few months, security forces have been engaged in intensified efforts to combat this violence.
On September 11, the Nigerian Air Force successfully thwarted a terrorist attack on the Department of State Services (DSS) facilities in Niger State.
Just days later, Operation Hadarin Daji forces neutralized notorious bandit leaders in Zamfara.
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The Senior Pastor of Freedom Life International Christian Center, Richard Tochukwu, has declared that gospel music possesses the spiritual capacity to transform Nigeria, describing it as a divine instrument capable of restoring hope and unity in the nation.
Speaking during an interaction with journalists, the cleric said music inspired by God’s Word can positively influence Nigeria’s spiritual and socio-political landscape by promoting peace, comfort and moral revival.
According to him, gospel music goes beyond entertainment and should be seen as a ministry tool for national healing.
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“Gospel music is not just sound; it carries power. When songs are inspired by Scripture, they can heal hearts, restore faith and redirect a nation toward righteousness,” he said.
Pastor Tochukwu made the remarks while discussing his latest worship single, “I Want To Pray,” a spiritually reflective song produced by Audio5.
He explained that the track was created to encourage believers to remain steadfast in prayer and maintain consistent fellowship with God.
The song draws inspiration from Luke 18:1, which urges believers to pray always and not lose heart.
A spiritual son of Paul Enenche, Pastor Tochukwu revealed that most of his songs are birthed from deep study of Scripture.
“Sometimes while studying or preaching from a passage, a melody begins to flow. The lyrics are drawn directly from the Word. Our songs are intentional; they carry the same message we preach,” he explained.
Reflecting on his journey, he recounted beginning as a drummer who also sang before discovering what he described as a divine instruction to minister through music.
“I realised that you don’t minister only through preaching. God made me understand that songs are another channel through which His Word can reach people. Every release is backed by Scripture,” he added.
Pastor Tochukwu currently serves in Lagos, combining pastoral leadership with music ministry.
The audio and video for “I Want To Pray” are now available on major digital streaming platforms.
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