Terrorist Attack: Nigeria Police hold prayers for seventeen officers murdered in Yobe

The Nigeria Police held a prayer service for the seventeen officers who were killed in a terrorist attack on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Buni Yadi, Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State, on the early hours of 8 May 2026.

Daily Post reported that several brave members of the Nigerian Army also made the ultimate sacrifice while repelling the assault.

During the prayers, Inspector‑General of Police IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu said the officers’ sacrifice represented the highest form of patriotism and duty to the nation.

Disu noted that the Nigeria Police Force, especially the Police Mobile Force, continues to station hundreds of personnel across the North‑East region in joint operations with the Armed Forces and other security agencies, confronting terrorism and violent extremism daily.

“Our officers continue to put their lives on the line, often under extremely difficult conditions, so that every Nigerian family can sleep at night with a measure of safety and peace,” he said.

He added, “We want every Nigerian to feel, and to know in their hearts, that there are men and women in uniform who wake up every morning with one purpose: to serve, to protect, and if called upon, to give everything.”

“Behind every fallen officer is a family left behind, a future cut short, and a nation that owes them an immeasurable debt of gratitude. Their sacrifices will never be forgotten, and we solemnly pledge that their deaths will not be in vain.”

“The Nigeria Police Force will not waver. We will continue to show up, to stand firm, and to give our very best in service to this great nation.”

“To the families of our fallen heroes, the Nigeria Police Force stands with you in this painful moment. We share in your grief, and we remain committed to walking this difficult road alongside you.”

“May the souls of our departed officers rest in perfect peace, and may God continue to protect all security personnel defending our nation.”