The Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, has confirmed the death of one of its personnel following an attack by unidentified gunmen in Niger State.
The incident occurred on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at about 11:30 a.m., when two officers on routine surveillance patrol had been attacked alongside the Tunga Taya-Woro axis of the state.
The Service disclosed this in a press release signed by its Public Relations Officer, DCI Akinsola Akinlabi, on Thursday.
It recognized the deceased officer as Assistant Superintendent of Immigration (ASI) I.U. Babangida, whereas the injured officer was recognized as Inspector A.Ok. Musa.
According to the assertion, Musa sustained critical accidents however managed to flee and is at present receiving medical consideration.
The assertion reads in full: “The Nigeria Immigration Service regrets to announce a tragic attack on two personnel of its Wawa Control Post in the Tunga Taya-Woro axis of Niger State, which led to the death of one officer and left one other significantly injured.
“The incident occurred on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at about 11:30 hours, when two personnel on routine surveillance patrol had been violently attacked by unidentified armed males.
“Sadly, one officer, ASI I.U. Babangida, tragically misplaced his life, whereas the opposite, Inspector A.Ok. Musa, sustained critical accidents however managed to flee and is at present receiving medical consideration.
“The fallen officer has since been laid to relaxation in accordance with Islamic rites. The Service honours his sacrifice and unwavering dedication to responsibility.
“The Service condoles with the household, colleagues and family members of the deceased officer and desires the injured personnel a speedy restoration, assuring each households of its continued assist and help throughout this troublesome interval.
“The Service is working intently with the Niger State Government and related safety companies to determine and apprehend these accountable for this heinous act and make sure that they’re delivered to justice.
“The Nigeria Immigration Service remains undeterred by this unfortunate incident and reaffirms its unwavering commitment to safeguarding the nation’s borders.”
