By Desire Emmanuel
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) on Saturday, May 16, confirmed the killing of 17 police officers by terrorists while undergoing what it described as specialised training at a Nigerian Army School in Yobe State.
The NPF stated that the officers paid the supreme price in the early hours of May 8 when the terrorists attacked the Nigerian Army Special Forces School, Buni Yadi, Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State.
The NPF added that the officers, who were undergoing specialised operational training at the institution, lost their lives when the terrorists launched a coordinated attack on the facility from multiple directions around 1:15 a.m.
It added that several personnel of the Nigerian Army also paid the ultimate price while repelling the attack.
A statement by the Nigeria Police Force said the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, described the fallen officers as courageous and dedicated personnel who demonstrated exceptional patriotism and commitment to national security.
“The IGP conveyed the heartfelt condolences of the entire Force to the bereaved families, assuring them that the sacrifices of the deceased officers will never be forgotten,” the statement added.
The Inspector-General assures Nigerians that the Force, working closely with the Armed Forces and other security agencies, will sustain ongoing efforts to bring the perpetrators of 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.
