Ten police officers and two civilians were killed on Monday at a battle with suspected bandits along the Rafin Makuku axis of Sakaba Area of Kebbi State, the police have said.
Two other officers were injured in the confrontation, while the police said at least 17 suspected bandits were killed.
he encounter occurred at about 9:25 a.m. on 10 August after the police intercepted the armed group moving between Zamfara and Kebbi states.
“Several of the attackers were neutralised, with at least 17 suspected bandits so far assessed to have been neutralised,” Mr Usman said.
He added that four motorcycles belonging to the attackers were burnt during the encounter. The police spokesperson cautioned that the casualty figure remained subject to further verification.
“Tragically, we lost 10 gallant police personnel in the engagement, while two others sustained injuries and are receiving medical attention. Two civilians also lost their lives during the encounter,” he said.
Mr Usman said the police were supporting the families of the deceased, caring for the injured officers and continuing operations against members of the armed group who fled the area.
He said further information would be released as the authorities verified details of the confrontation.
