A violent gun battle between security operatives and bandits in Kebbi State has resulted in the deaths of 10 policemen and two civilians. At least 17 suspected bandits were neutralized in the encounter.
The incident occurred on Monday along the Rafin Makuku axis in Sakaba Local Government Area of Kebbi State. Security personnel had intercepted the suspected bandits moving between Zamfara and Kebbi States.
According to the Kebbi State Police Command, the security personnel engaged the attackers in a gun battle. The command said the casualty figure on the side of the bandits remained subject to further verification. However, at least 17 suspected bandits were neutralized in the encounter.
The police added that four motorcycles belonging to the attackers were also burnt during the encounter. Two civilians were also killed during the encounter, according to the police.
The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the death of 10 police personnel during the encounter. The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, expressed deep grief over the loss of the officers, describing their deaths as 'a painful loss to the Force and the nation.'
The police said the remains of the fallen officers had been conveyed to Birnin Kebbi, while the affected area had been brought under control. Additional security personnel had been deployed to the area to reinforce ongoing operations and pursue fleeing members of the criminal group.
The command said its immediate priority was to support the families of the deceased officers, care for the wounded, and continue follow-up operations against fleeing members of the bandit group.
The Kebbi State Police Command and the Nigeria Police Force have promised to sustain efforts to bring the fleeing suspects to justice.
The incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in Kebbi State and the need for intensified efforts to tackle the issue of banditry in the region.
The police have assured the public that further details would be made available as the situation is fully assessed.
Key Facts
• At least 17 suspected bandits were neutralized in the encounter. • 10 police personnel were killed in the encounter. • Two civilians were also killed during the encounter. • Four motorcycles belonging to the attackers were burnt during the encounter. • The security forces suffered significant casualties in the encounter. • The police have promised to sustain efforts to bring the fleeing suspects to justice.
Our fallen personnel fought with exceptional courage and professionalism in the line of duty, making the ultimate sacrifice in defence of the people and the State.
The police have promised to sustain efforts to bring the fleeing suspects to justice. They have also assured the public that further details would be made available as the situation is fully assessed.
The incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in Kebbi State and the need for intensified efforts to tackle the issue of banditry in the region.
The police have expressed deep grief over the loss of the officers and have promised to honour their memory and provide necessary support to the bereaved families and injured personnel.
The police have also assured the public that ongoing operations against fleeing members of the bandit group would continue. They have promised to sustain efforts to bring the suspects to justice.
The incident has sent shockwaves across the country, highlighting the need for intensified efforts to tackle the issue of banditry in the region.
The police have reassured the public that their efforts to bring the suspects to justice will continue. They have also promised to sustain support for the families of the deceased officers and care for the wounded.
The police have expressed gratitude to the public for their understanding and support in these difficult times. They have also urged the public to continue reporting any suspicious activities to the authorities.
The Nigeria Police Force remains deeply mindful of the pain and loss suffered by the families of the fallen officers.
The police have promised to sustain efforts to bring the fleeing suspects to justice. They have also assured the public that ongoing operations against fleeing members of the bandit group would continue.
The police have expressed deep grief over the loss of the officers and have promised to honour their memory and provide necessary support to the bereaved families and injured personnel.
The police have also assured the public that their efforts to bring the suspects to justice will continue. They have also promised to sustain support for the families of the deceased officers and care for the wounded.
The incident has sent shockwaves across the country, highlighting the need for intensified efforts to tackle the issue of banditry in the region.
The Nigeria Police Force has promised to sustain efforts to bring the fleeing suspects to justice. They have also assured the public that ongoing operations against fleeing members of the bandit group would continue.
The police have expressed gratitude to the public for their understanding and support in these difficult times. They have also urged the public to continue reporting any suspicious activities to the authorities.
The police have promised to sustain efforts to bring the fleeing suspects to justice. They have also assured the public that their efforts to bring the suspects to justice will continue.
The police have expressed deep grief over the loss of the officers and have promised to honour their memory and provide necessary support to the bereaved families and injured personnel.
We lost ten gallant Police personnel in the engagement, while two others sustained injuries and are receiving medical attention.
The police have also assured the public that they will sustain support for the families of the deceased officers and care for the wounded. They have also urged the public to continue reporting any suspicious activities to the authorities.
Banditry has been a significant challenge in Kebbi State in recent years. The state has seen frequent attacks by bandits, resulting in loss of lives and property.
The Nigeria Police Force has been engaged in a prolonged operation to tackle the issue of banditry in the region. The police have been working with other security agencies to track down and apprehend suspected bandits.
The police have also been working with the community to gather intelligence and prevent attacks. They have also been providing support to the families of victims of bandit attacks.
The police have expressed their commitment to sustaining efforts to bring the fleeing suspects to justice. They have also assured the public that ongoing operations against fleeing members of the bandit group would continue.
The incident has sent shockwaves across the country, highlighting the need for intensified efforts to tackle the issue of banditry in the region. The police have promised to sustain efforts to bring the fleeing suspects to justice.
The police have expressed deep grief over the loss of the officers and have promised to honour their memory and provide necessary support to the bereaved families and injured personnel.
The police have also assured the public that their efforts to bring the suspects to justice will continue. They have also promised to sustain support for the families of the deceased officers and care for the wounded.
The police have expressed gratitude to the public for their understanding and support in these difficult times. They have also urged the public to continue reporting any suspicious activities to the authorities.