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NSCDC Confirms Recovery of Four Bodies After Ambush by Boko Haram
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) spokesperson, Babawale Afolabi, has confirmed the recovery of four officers’ bodies following an ambush by Boko Haram insurgents. The attack occurred near the boundaries of Niger and Kaduna states during an inspection of the National Grid Installation.
Of the seven personnel initially reported missing, Afolabi revealed that two officers returned unhurt to base, four were found dead, and one remains missing.
The ambush, which targeted a convoy escorting expatriates stranded in Dagwachi Village after visiting a mining site, involved over 200 heavily armed insurgents. Despite being outnumbered, NSCDC officers reportedly killed over 50 insurgents in a fierce exchange.
The NSCDC Commandant General, Dr. Ahmed Audi, condemned the attack, describing it as a tragic loss. He expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and praised the bravery of the officers.
Dr. Audi urged Corps members to stay vigilant and called for public support to help security agencies tackle insecurity and safeguard lives and property.
He stated, “The personnel demonstrated an unwavering determination and commitment to the service of their fatherland; they deserve all the support they can get from the organisation and government.”
Investigations into the incident are ongoing.
It was reported that bandits were seen in Kwara State and abducted six residents from Rukpete Village.
The incident was reported to have occurred on June 8 at about 11 p.m.
Sources revealed that seven people were initially taken, but an elderly man was later released, leaving six victims in captivity.
The rising cases of insecurity in the country remain quite alarming.
The state of the country is affecting many people, as they believe nowhere is safe, including schools where they keep their children.
It has been reported that some parents have started withdrawing their children from schools in Abuja.
It can be noted that rumours of bandits being sighted near a school triggered panic, causing parents to hurriedly remove their children for safety.
While the reports of bandits have not been confirmed, the school has also issued safety measures to ensure the protection of students within the premises.
It has been rumored that bandits have made their way to Lagos, and allegedly they were spotted in Ibeju-Lekki, where some residents became suspicious of them and reported the matter.
A clip of the group of men went viral online, and many people became concerned. Whether true or not, fear has been sparked among Lagosians as they worry that bandits may already be in the state. Even if the reports remain unconfirmed, many believe it is still a possibility worth paying attention to.
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