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Double Tragedy: Police Officer Dies just 24hours After Mother’s Death
Akwanga, Nasarawa State – June 25, 2025 | TEC News
In a deeply heartbreaking turn of events, Superintendent of Police (S.P.) Gabriel Jacob, a young and promising officer from the Mada ethnic group in Akwanga, Nasarawa State, has tragically lost his life just one day after the passing of his beloved mother.
According to reports, S.P. Jacob was en route from Adamawa to Akwanga to lay his late mother to rest when tragedy struck again. The Senior Police Officer was involved in a fatal road accident on Tuesday, June 25, 2025, at Kaltingo in Gombe State. The accident claimed his life barely 24 hours after the loss of his mother on June 24.
The double tragedy has plunged the community into deep mourning, as friends, colleagues, and relatives struggle to come to terms with the devastating news.
Described as a dedicated officer and a kind-hearted son, S.P. Gabriel Jacob served the Nigeria Police Force with commitment and integrity. His sudden death has not only left a painful void in his family but has also shaken the law enforcement community to its core.
“We are devastated. Gabriel was not just a colleague but a brother and a beacon of hope for his family and our community,” said a close associate who asked not to be named.
As condolences pour in from across the country, many are calling on relevant authorities and the public to support the grieving family during this extremely difficult time. The family now faces the unimaginable task of laying both mother and son to rest.
May the souls of S.P. Gabriel Jacob and his mother rest in perfect peace.