RismadarVoice Reporters
October 15, 2026
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has vowed to ensure that those responsible for an attack on two immigration officers in Niger State are apprehended and brought to justice.
The attack, which occurred on October 6, 2026, left Assistant Superintendent of Immigration I. U. Babangida dead and Inspector A. K. Musa seriously injured.
The Service Public Relations Officer, Deputy Comptroller of Immigration Akinsola Akinlabi, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja.
According to Akinlabi, the officers were carrying out routine surveillance duties when unidentified assailants attacked them.
He explained that Babangida died following the incident, while Musa managed to escape despite sustaining serious injuries and is currently receiving medical treatment.
The spokesperson confirmed that the deceased officer had been buried in accordance with Islamic rites.
He described Babangida’s death as a significant loss to the service, acknowledging his dedication and commitment to duty.
Akinlabi extended condolences to the family, colleagues and loved ones of the deceased officer and wished the injured personnel a speedy recovery.
He assured both families that the NIS would continue to provide necessary support and assistance.
The spokesperson further disclosed that the service was collaborating with relevant government authorities and security agencies to identify and apprehend those responsible for the attack.
He reiterated the commitment of the NIS to ensuring that the perpetrators face justice.
The circumstances surrounding the attack and the identities of the assailants have yet to be established publicly. The service did not announce any arrests in its statement.
