Angry youths on Thursday in Gombe State reportedly set fire to the residence of Nafi’u Bala, sparking concerns over rising political unrest in the state.
Eyewitnesses said the incident occurred in the early hours of the day when a group of aggrieved youths stormed the property, setting sections of the building on fire.
The motive behind the attack was not immediately clear, but sources linked it to growing dissatisfaction among some local groups over recent political developments.
Residents described scenes of panic as flames engulfed parts of the residence, with neighbours scrambling to contain the fire before it spread to adjoining buildings.
No casualties were immediately confirmed at the time of filing this report, although the extent of damage to the property remains unclear.
Security operatives were later deployed to the scene to restore calm and prevent further escalation.
Authorities are yet to issue an official statement, but efforts are said to be underway to identify those responsible for the attack.
The incident adds to a series of politically linked tensions in parts of the state, raising fresh concerns about security and the need for dialogue among stakeholders.
