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17 policemen killed in terror attack
Seventeen officers were killed during a terrorist attack on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Buni Yadi, Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State, the Nigeria Police Force has confirmed.
The attack, which occurred in the early hours of May 8, targeted the military training facility where the officers were undergoing specialised operational training.
A statement on Friday by the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO)DCP Anthony Okon Placide, said the terrorists launched a coordinated assault on the institution from multiple directions at about 1:15am.
“The officers, who were undergoing specialized operational training at the institution, lost their lives when terrorists launched a coordinated attack on the facility from multiple directions at about 0115hrs,” the statement said.
The police also disclosed that several Nigerian Army personnel were killed while repelling the attackers.
Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, described the deceased officers as patriotic and courageous personnel who paid the supreme price in service to the nation.
The statement quoted the IGP as saying the fallen officers “demonstrated exceptional patriotism and commitment to national security through their participation in advanced counter-terrorism and tactical training programmes.”
He conveyed the condolences of the Force to the bereaved families, assuring them that the sacrifices of the slain officers would not be forgotten.
As part of efforts to show solidarity with the affected personnel, the Commissioner of Police in Yobe State, CP Usman Kanfani Jibrin, visited the training institution on behalf of the IGP.
During the visit, Jibrin commiserated with the Commandant of the school, Brig.-Gen. A.C. Enuagu, officers of the Nigerian Army and surviving police personnel receiving training at the facility.
He also commended the resilience of the surviving officers and urged them to remain committed to completing the training programme in honour of their fallen colleagues.
The police assured Nigerians that security agencies were intensifying efforts to track down and bring those responsible for the attack to justice.
“The Nigeria Police Force salutes the courage, sacrifice, and service of the fallen officers whose dedication to duty will forever remain honoured by the nation,” the statement added.
Seventeen officers were killed during a terrorist attack on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Buni Yadi, Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State, the Nigeria Police Force has confirmed.
The attack, which occurred in the early hours of May 8, targeted the military training facility where the officers were undergoing specialised operational training.
A statement on Friday by the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO)DCP Anthony Okon Placide, said the terrorists launched a coordinated assault on the institution from multiple directions at about 1:15am.
“The officers, who were undergoing specialized operational training at the institution, lost their lives when terrorists launched a coordinated attack on the facility from multiple directions at about 0115hrs,” the statement said.
The police also disclosed that several Nigerian Army personnel were killed while repelling the attackers.
Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, described the deceased officers as patriotic and courageous personnel who paid the supreme price in service to the nation.
The statement quoted the IGP as saying the fallen officers “demonstrated exceptional patriotism and commitment to national security through their participation in advanced counter-terrorism and tactical training programmes.”
He conveyed the condolences of the Force to the bereaved families, assuring them that the sacrifices of the slain officers would not be forgotten.
As part of efforts to show solidarity with the affected personnel, the Commissioner of Police in Yobe State, CP Usman Kanfani Jibrin, visited the training institution on behalf of the IGP.
During the visit, Jibrin commiserated with the Commandant of the school, Brig.-Gen. A.C. Enuagu, officers of the Nigerian Army and surviving police personnel receiving training at the facility.
He also commended the resilience of the surviving officers and urged them to remain committed to completing the training programme in honour of their fallen colleagues.
The police assured Nigerians that security agencies were intensifying efforts to track down and bring those responsible for the attack to justice.
“The Nigeria Police Force salutes the courage, sacrifice, and service of the fallen officers whose dedication to duty will forever remain honoured by the nation,” the statement added.
By Philippine Duru
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Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has alleged that suspected hired thugs obstructed his visit to Yelwata community in Benue State, where more than 270 people were reportedly killed in a deadly attack.
Obi made the allegation in a statement following his arrival in Benue on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, saying he had travelled to the state on a humanitarian mission to commiserate with families affected by the killings.
According to him, he arrived in Benue at about 9:00 a.m. but his convoy was prevented from proceeding to the affected community by individuals chanting, “Peter Obi, go back.”
Obi described the incident as distressing, stressing that his visit was not politically motivated but intended to mourn with the bereaved, listen to affected families and offer solidarity following the tragedy.
He said the obstruction was particularly troubling at a time when Nigerians should be united in grief and focused on preventing further loss of lives.
The former governor recalled that he had consistently promoted political civility, citing his attendance the previous day at the opening of the national campaign office of opposition presidential candidate and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, in Abuja.
He said his presence at the event was meant to demonstrate that political differences should not prevent mutual respect and civility.
Obi also recalled that while serving as governor of Anambra State, he personally welcomed visiting opposition members during election campaigns, provided their activities remained within the law.
He condemned what he described as efforts to deepen political divisions, insisting that Nigerians should be able to live, travel and farm without fear.
“At a time when our nation should be united in grief and resolute in preventing further bloodshed, we must reject any action capable of deepening our divisions,” Obi said.
He maintained that the primary responsibility of government was to protect human life, arguing that political considerations should never take precedence over the safety and security of citizens.
Although he could not reach Yelwata as planned, Obi said his thoughts and prayers remained with the victims, their families and the entire community.
He pledged to continue advocating for the protection of Nigerian lives, concluding with his familiar declaration: “A New Nigeria is POssible.”
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