The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command reported on Sunday that two police officers were killed and three others were seriously injured in an unprovoked attack by the proscribed Islamic Movement of Nigeria, commonly known as the ‘Shi’ite’ group.
FCT Police spokesperson SP Josephine Adeh stated, “Personnel of the Nigeria Police Force attached to the FCT command at Wuse Junction by the traffic light were attacked.
Two police officers were killed, three are in serious condition at the hospital, and three police patrol vehicles were set ablaze.”
According to Adeh, the attack involved the use of machetes, improvised explosive devices (locally made bombs in bottles with kerosene), and knives.
Several individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident.
Commissioner of Police FCT, CP Benneth Igweh, condemned the attack and vowed to bring those responsible to justice.
“The Commissioner of Police FCT condemns the unprovoked attack on police officers and promises to ensure that those involved are held accountable,” Adeh added.
The situation is now under control, and normalcy has been restored.
Further updates will be provided as they become available.
