Bandits kill Immigration official, burn corpse
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Niger Command, has confirmed the death of an officer attacked by bandits during a surveillance operation in Niger. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSI Mukhtar Abubakar, confirmed the incident in a statement issued in Minna, the state capital, on Monday. Abubakar said Assistant Superintendent of Immigration I (ASI I), Ibrahim […]
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has confirmed the fatal attack and subsequent death of an officer in Niger. The incident, which occurred on October 6, took place during a surveillance operation along the Tungan Waya-Woko axis in Woko village. Assistant Superintendent of Immigration Ibrahim Babagiwa was killed during the attack.
The statement from the NIS's Public Relations Officer, DSI Mukhtar Abubakar, noted that an inspector was also present but sustained injuries from a machete and managed to escape. The inspector's condition is stable and he is receiving treatment. It was reported that Babagiwa's remains were discovered burnt two days after the attack and he was subsequently buried according to Islamic rites.
The NIS reiterated its commitment to combating irregular migration and addressing security challenges along Nigeria's international borders. The spokesperson also affirmed the command's determination to fulfill its duties despite the ongoing security challenges.
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