- He hailed the exceptional courage displayed by the personnel in defending national assets and directed immediate financial and logistical support to ensure the injured received proper care.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has confirmed the death of four of its officers who were ambushed by Boko Haram.
Within Nigeria had reported that the officers were ambushed by the insurgent during an inspection tour of the national grid installations in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State.
The attack, which happened on November 18, 2024 near the boundary between Niger and Kaduna states, also left one officer missing, while two others returned to base unharmed.
The NSCDC spokesperson, Babawale Afolabi, confirmed the death of the officers in a statement on Thursday.
He also disclosed that the bodies of the slain officers have been recovered.
“As of today, out of the seven missing officers, four dead bodies had been recovered; two men returned back to base unhurt while one personnel is still missing in action,” Afolabi said.
According to the statement, the NSCDC Commandant General, Dr. Ahmed Audi, extended his condolences to the families of the deceased and expressed solidarity with the injured officers.
Visiting the wounded personnel at a medical facility on Thursday, Audi commended their bravery and assured them of the Corps’ unwavering support, including full coverage of medical expenses and other welfare needs.
Audi described the incident as a tragic loss and condemned the terrorist attack, highlighting the risks officers face in their duties.
He hailed the exceptional courage displayed by the personnel in defending national assets and directed immediate financial and logistical support to ensure the injured received proper care.
He also pledged to expedite insurance benefits for the affected families.
As investigations continue into the ambush, Audi urged members of the Corps to remain vigilant and undeterred by the loss.
He called on the public to support the Corps and other security agencies in their efforts to combat insecurity and protect the lives and property of Nigerians.
“The personnel demonstrated an unwavering determination and commitment to the service of their fatherland; hence, they deserve all the support they can get from the organisation and the government they swore allegiance to.
“The visit was necessary to know how they are fairing and to encourage those directly affected and all personnel at large that the leadership of the Corps places a very high premium on their welfare and will never abandon them, especially in a situation like this,” he added.