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Three Police Officers Killed By Bandits In Kebbi

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July 12, 2025
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Three police officers have been in Kebbi State during a gun duel with terrorists suspected to be members of the Lakurawa armed group.

The incident happened in Bunza Local Government Area of Kebbi State.

Spokesperson of the state police command, CSP Nafi’u Abubakar, confirmed the development in a statement on Saturday in Birnin Kebbi.

He said the officers lost their lives during a fierce gun duel with bandits on Friday, July 11, 2025.

Abubakar said: “On July 11, about 7pm, the police command received information that suspected Lakurawa bandits were sighted in the forest along Zogirma/Tilli road in Bunza LG.

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”On receipt of the report, the Zogirma Divisional Police Officer, promptly mobilised a team of policemen to the scene with reinforcement from No 36, Police Mobile Force Squadron, Birnin Kebbi.

”Upon arrival, the combined team of policemen engaged the suspected Lakurawa bandits in a fierce gun duel.

“As a result, several suspected Lakurawa bandits were neutralised while others escaped to nearby forest with fatal injuries.

“Regrettably, three brave police officers lost their lives during the encounter.”

Abubakar quoted the Commissioner of Police in the state, Bello Sani, as commending the resilience, bravery and sacrifice of the fallen officers.

He prayed for their gentle souls to have eternal rest.

The CP reiterated the command’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of the people of the state.

Sani urged the residents of the state to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station for prompt response.
(vitalnewsngr.com)

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