NIS confirms officer killed, another injured in Niger violent attack

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) said one of its personnel was killed while another was injured in a violent attack by yet to be identified assailants in Niger State.

NIS, spokesperson, Deputy Comptroller of Immigration Akinsola Akinlabi, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday.

Akilabi identified the deceased officer as Assistant Superintendent of Immigration I. U. Babangida while his injured colleague was identified as Inspector A. K. Musa

The NIS said the incident occurred on October 6 when the two officers came under violent attack as they were conducting routine surveillance.

“The deceased officer, Assistant Superintendent of Immigration I. U. Babangida, died from the attack, while his colleague, Inspector A. K. Musa, sustained serious injuries but managed to escape and is currently receiving medical attention,” the NIS spokesperson said.

“The Service honours his sacrifice and unwavering commitment to duty,” Akinlabi said, while confirming that Babangida had been buried in accordance with Islamic rites.

He also extended the Service’s condolences to the deceased officer’s family, colleagues and loved ones, while wishing the injured personnel a speedy recovery.

The NIS spokesperson also assured both families of the Service’s continued support and assistance during the difficult period.

He assured that the NIS was working with the Federal Government and relevant security agencies to identify, track down and apprehend the perpetrators.

Akinlabi also reaffirmed the Service’s determination to ensure that those responsible for the attack are brought to justice.