Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya has ordered immediate closure of local nightclubs, popularly known as ‘Gala Houses’ within the state.
The decision was made in response to numerous complaints from the general public regarding the effects of these businesss on the community.
The Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibrahim Njodi, who announced the directive on Monday emphasizes the need to address the growing incidents of immoral behavior, criminal activities associated with these nightclubs.
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,” the statement added.
