The Nigeria Police Force has mourned 10 officers who were killed during a gun battle with suspected bandits in Sakaba Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
The incident occurred at about 9:25 a.m. on Monday along the Rafin Makuku axis, when police operatives intercepted suspected bandits reportedly moving between Zamfara and Kebbi states.
According to the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, 10 police personnel and two civilians were killed during the encounter, while two other officers sustained injuries and are currently receiving medical treatment.
The police said at least 17 suspected bandits were neutralised during the operation, while four motorcycles belonging to the attackers were destroyed.
Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, expressed deep sadness over the death of the officers, describing their loss as a painful blow to the police and the nation.
He commiserated with the families of the fallen officers and assured them that their sacrifices would not be forgotten.
The remains of the deceased officers have been transported to Birnin Kebbi, while the affected area has been brought under control.
The police said additional personnel have been deployed to the area to sustain operations and pursue the fleeing suspects.
The Nigeria Police Force also assured the families of the deceased and injured officers of its continued support, vowing to intensify efforts to apprehend those responsible for the attack.
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