ABUJA – The Nigeria Immigration Service has condemned the killing of one of its personnel by unidentified armed men in Niger State, vowing to work with security agencies to track down the perpetrators and bring them to justice.
The attack, which occurred on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at about 11:30 a.m., took place along the Tunga Taya–Woro axis, where two officers attached to the Service’s Wawa Control Post were conducting a routine surveillance patrol.
In a statement signed by the Service’s Public Relations Officer, DCI Akinsola Akinlabi, identified the deceased officer as Assistant Superintendent of Immigration I.U. Babangida.
Akinlabi said another officer, Inspector A.K. Musa, sustained serious injuries during the attack but managed to escape and is currently receiving medical attention.
He disclosed that the deceased officer had been buried in accordance with Islamic rites, describing his death as a painful loss to the Service.
The NIS expressed condolences to the family, colleagues and loved ones of the deceased, while wishing the injured officer a speedy recovery.
While assuring both families of its continued support and assistance during the difficult period, the service said it is collaborating with the Niger State Government and relevant security agencies to identify and apprehend those behind the attack.
It added that the incident would not deter the Service from carrying out its statutory responsibilities, particularly the protection of Nigeria’s borders.
“The Nigeria Immigration Service remains undeterred by this unfortunate incident and reaffirms its unwavering commitment to safeguarding the nation’s borders,” the statement said.
The Service reiterated its determination to ensure that those responsible for the killing are brought to justice.