The Borno State Police Command successfully repelled an attack on the Jakana Divisional Police Headquarters in the early hours of Thursday. According to a statement by Muyiwa Adejobi, the force spokesperson, the assault occurred at around 1 a.m. and was carried out by unknown assailants.
During the confrontation, one officer sustained injuries but is currently receiving treatment and responding well. Adejobi said the attackers were met with fierce resistance, forcing them to retreat, many sustaining bullet wounds.
In a related development, the police, in collaboration with sister security agencies, conducted coordinated raids on black spots and bandit camps across Sokoto State on November 25. These operations led to the recovery of several firearms, including AK-47 rifles, magazines, and live ammunition.
Additionally, officers in Delta State thwarted an attempted kidnapping in Asaba on November 28. Acting swiftly on a tip-off, the operatives pursued the suspects, engaging them in a gun battle. The assailants fled into the bush with injuries, abandoning their operational vehicle. A subsequent search uncovered three AK-47 rifles, two pump-action rifles, an AK-47 magazine, eight rounds of AR live ammunition, and 21 live cartridges.
Inspector-General of Police Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun commended the operatives for their bravery and commitment to safeguarding lives and property. He urged officers nationwide to remain vigilant and resolute in combating criminal activities.
