Tragedy struck in Borno State as two police officers lost their lives in a suspected Boko Haram attack on the Nganzai Police Division.
The incident occurred on Wednesday at around 12:10 a.m., according to a statement released by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Nahum Daso, on Thursday.
The police have confirmed the incident and recovered two hand grenades. The injured survivors are being treated, and the body of the deceased has been taken to a hospital in Maiduguri.
The statement reads in part; “On 9th January 2025 at about 12:10am, unknown gunmen suspected to be BokoHaram Terrorists attempted to invade Nganzai Police Division, gallant officers who were on watch repelled the terrorists, after series of exchange in a gun battle, the terrorist threw hand-grenades which unfortunately landed on a shelter tent behind the division, and fatally wounded two officers.
“During the scene assessment by the Commissioner of Police, two hand grenades were recovered by EOD – CBRN Base 13 Maiduguri, The body of the deceased have been taken to State General Hospital Maiduguri.
“The Commissioner of Police commended the gallant officers who stood their ground to prevent the attack and condoles with the families of the two officers who lost their lives.
“The Command remains dedicated and committed in ensuring safety and security for all and calls for calm as normalcy has been restored,” the statement added.
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