By Ndahi Marama
The Borno State Police Command has confirmed the killing of four of its personnel in a foiled Boko Haram invasion in Nganzai Local Government Area of the state.
This was contained in a press statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Keneth Daso on Saturday in Maiduguri.
The statement reads: “The Borno State Police Command has successfully repelled coordinated terrorist attacks on Nganzai and Damasak communities, restoring normalcy and reinforcing security deployments in the affected areas.
“On 4th April 2026 at about 0100hrs, armed terrorists suspected to be members of Boko Haram/ISWAP attacked the Nganzai Divisional Police Headquarters in an attempt to overrun the town.
“Police Divisional officers, in collaboration with PMF operatives and Crack Squad on special duty, engaged the attackers in a fierce gun battle.
“The attackers, who deployed Rocket-Propelled Grenades (RPGs) and other sophisticated weapons, caused damage to a section of the station and partially burnt an unserviceable Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC).
“Regrettably, four police personnel paid the supreme price in the line of duty.
“In a related incident on 4th April 2026 at about 0240hrs, the terrorists attacked Mallam Fatori IDP Camp in Damasak, targeting a CJTF/Hunters duty post at the entrance of the camp.
“During the attack, one member of the Hunters Group, Atom Abua (40 years), lost his life, while about twenty thatched houses and properties were destroyed.
“In both instances, combined teams of the Police, Military, Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), and local hunters responded swiftly, repelled the attackers, and prevented further damage.
“The Commissioner of Police, Borno State Command, CP Naziru Abdulmajid psc, has since deployed additional manpower and operational assets to the affected areas to strengthen security, intensify ongoing operations, and prevent any further attacks.
“The CP commends the bravery and resilience of the officers who confronted the assailants and prevented them from overrunning the town.
“He also extends his condolences to the families of the deceased personnel and assures that the Command is committed to tracking down the perpetrators and bringing them to justice. Members of the public are urged to remain calm, vigilant, and continue to support security agencies with credible information.
“The Command reiterates its unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and property across Borno State. Further updates will be communicated as developments unfold,” Daso explained.
