Bandits Kill Immigration Officer In Niger, Injure Another
Laleye Dipo in Minna An Assistant Superintendent of Immigration Ibrahim Usman Babagiwa has been killed by suspected bandits in Woko village in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger state. An
In Niger state, a deadly attack by suspected bandits resulted in the death of Assistant Superintendent of Immigration Ibrahim Usman Babagiwa and severely injured another Immigration Inspector on Monday. The two officers were conducting a surveillance operation along the Tungan Taya–Woko axis when they were ambushed. Following the attack, Babagiwa was set ablaze and left in the forest, while the injured Inspector managed to escape with severe matchete wounds.
The body of the deceased Immigration Officer was discovered two days later and is being prepared for burial according to Islamic rites.
Niger State Command's PR officer, Deputy Superintendent Mohammed Abubakar, confirmed the incident to Minna residents on Monday. He emphasized the commitment of the command to combat irregular migration and address security challenges along the international border. Abubakar also expressed the command's determination to fulfill its statutory responsibilities despite the ongoing security issues.
The Niger State Police Command PR officer, Superintendent of Police Wasiu Abiodun, likewise confirmed the incident.
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