The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has vowed to bring to justice those responsible for an attack on two of its personnel in Niger State, which left one officer dead and another seriously injured.
The Service Public Relations Officer, Deputy Comptroller of Immigration (DCI) Akinsola Akinlabi, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja.
The attack occurred on October 6 while the officers were conducting routine surveillance. The assailants, whose identities and motives have yet to be established, violently attacked the personnel, killing Assistant Superintendent of Immigration (ASI) I. U. Babangida and seriously injuring Inspector A. K. Musa, who escaped and is receiving medical treatment. The circumstances surrounding the attack remain unclear.
Akinlabi said Babangida had been buried in accordance with Islamic rites, adding that the Service honoured his sacrifice and dedication to duty.
He also extended condolences to the deceased officer’s family, colleagues and loved ones, while wishing Musa a speedy recovery.
The spokesperson assured both officers’ families of the Service’s continued support and assistance during the difficult period.
He added that the NIS was collaborating with the Federal Government and relevant security agencies to identify and apprehend the perpetrators and ensure they face justice.
