Police mourn 17 officers who died in attack on army school.

By Kingsley Omonobi

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed that 17 officers lost their lives in a tragic incident.

The fatalities occurred after a terrorist assault on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Buni Yadi, Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State, on the night of 8 May 2026.

Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Placid, released a statement in Abuja on Saturday detailing the event.

He said, “The officers, who were undergoing specialized operational training at the institution, lost their lives when terrorists launched a coordinated attack on the facility from multiple directions at about 01.15hrs.”

“Several gallant personnel of the Nigerian Army also made the ultimate sacrifice while courageously repelling the attack.”

“The Inspector‑General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu described the fallen officers as courageous and dedicated personnel who demonstrated exceptional patriotism and commitment to national security through their participation in advanced counter‑terrorism and tactical training programmes.”

“The IGP conveyed the heartfelt condolences of the entire Force to the bereaved families, assuring them that the sacrifices of the deceased officers will never be forgotten.”

In a further display of solidarity, the Commissioner of Police, Yobe State Command, CP Usman Kanfani Jibrin, visited the institution on behalf of the Inspector‑General of Police. He met with the Commandant of the School, Brigadier General A.C. Enuagu, Nigerian Army officers, and the surviving police personnel still undergoing training at the facility.

“He commended the resilience and courage of the surviving officers and encouraged them to remain resolute in completing the training programme in honour of their fallen colleagues.”

“The Inspector‑General of Police assures Nigerians that the Force, working closely with the Armed Forces and other security agencies, will sustain ongoing efforts to bring the perpetrators of the attack to justice.”

“The Nigeria Police Force salutes the courage, sacrifice, and service of the fallen officers whose dedication to duty will forever remain honoured by the nation.”

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