Borno Police Command Refutes Claims Of Attack On Its Maiduguri Headquarters

By Miriam Humbe

The Borno State Police Command on Saturday, refuted and described as baseless, the claims circulating regarding an alleged attack on the State Command headquarters in Maiduguri.

The Command therefore said that the information being disseminated by certain mischievous individuals was entirely false and lacked any factual basis.

A statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, (PPRO), ASP Nahum Daso Kenneth said the State Command Headquarters in Maiduguri remained secure and operational, with no incidents of attack reported.

The statement said:

“The public is strongly urged to dismiss the aforementioned misleading information, as the situation at the State Command Headquarters Maiduguri is stable and devoid of any disruptions.

“Commissioner of Police, *CP Ml Yusufu*, expresses heartfelt condolences to the families of four gallant police officers who tragically lost their lives while defending the Police Quarters in Gajiram Town, Nganzai LGA. The incident occurred on the night of 2nd February 2024, at approximately 23:13 hours, when unknown gunmen launched an attack.

“Members of the public are advised to exercise vigilance and promptly report any suspicious activities within their surroundings to the appropriate authorities. Contact numbers for reporting are *_0806 807 5581, 09025437854,_* and on Twitter: *@BornopoliceNG.*”