Tears as police honour officers who died in battle with bandits
There was free flow of tears when family members and relatives of the police officers who lost their lives during a fierce gun battle with bandits were honoured at a Memorial Parade in Abuja, on Monday. Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, who attended the event, vowed that the officers of the force would not be […]
A Memorial Parade in Abuja saw family members of fallen police officers mourn the loss of their loved ones during a brutal clash with bandits. Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu, present at the event, affirmed that officers would not be deterred by criminals or terrorism. The officers died while on duty at the Special Intervention Squad in Abuja on August 10th, 2026, after intercepting a heavily armed group of bandits between Zamfara and Kebbi states.
They neutralised 17 suspects and destroyed four motorcycles. Two civilians also perished in the encounter. Disu acknowledged the officers' unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property, expressing condolences to their families and reaffirming the police force's commitment to continue combating banditry, terrorism, and violent criminality.
The SIS Commissioner, Abayomi Shogunle, urged the IGP to ensure the families of the fallen officers are well cared for, emphasizing the SIS's superior performance in maintaining Nigeria's security.
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