RismadarVoice Reporters, May 16, 2026
The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the death of 17 police officers following a terrorist attack on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Buni Yadi, Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State.
The officers were reportedly killed during a coordinated attack by terrorists on the military training facility in the early hours of May 8, 2026.
In a statement issued on Friday by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placid, the police said the officers were undergoing specialised operational training at the institution when the attackers struck at about 1:15 a.m.
The statement noted that the terrorists attacked the facility from multiple directions, leading to a fierce confrontation with security personnel.
The police also disclosed that several Nigerian Army personnel lost their lives while resisting the assault.
Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, described the slain officers as courageous and patriotic personnel committed to national security and counter-terrorism operations.
The IGP expressed condolences to the families of the deceased officers and assured them that the sacrifices of the fallen personnel would never be forgotten.
“The fallen officers demonstrated exceptional patriotism and commitment to national security through their participation in advanced counter-terrorism and tactical training programmes,” the statement said.
As part of efforts to support those affected, the Commissioner of Police in Yobe State, CP Usman Kanfani Jibrin, visited the training institution on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police.
During the visit, he commiserated with the Commandant of the school, Brigadier General A.C. Enuagu, officers of the Nigerian Army and surviving police personnel undergoing training at the facility.
The police commissioner also encouraged the surviving officers to remain committed to completing the training programme in honour of their fallen colleagues.
The Nigeria Police Force assured Nigerians that it would continue working with the Armed Forces and other security agencies to track down and bring those responsible for the attack to justice.
The Force further paid tribute to the fallen officers, describing their service and sacrifice as a lasting symbol of dedication to the nation.
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