Police Hold Prayers For 17 Officers Killed In Yobe Terror Attack

Following a terrorist attack on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Buni Yadi, Gujba Local Government Area, Yobe State, in the early hours of May 8, 2026, the Nigeria Police offered prayers for the seventeen police officers who lost their lives.

According to reports, a number of brave Nigerian Army soldiers also sacrificed the ultimate sacrifice while valiantly fending off the assault.

Inspector-General of Police IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu stated during the prayers that their sacrifice is the pinnacle of national duty and patriotism.

In order to combat terrorism and violent extremism on a daily basis, the Nigeria Police Force, in particular the Police Mobile Force, maintains hundreds of personnel throughout the Northeast region in cooperative operations with the Armed Forces and other security agencies, according to Disu.

“Every Nigerian family can sleep at night with a measure of safety and peace because our officers continue to put their lives on the line, often under extremely difficult conditions,” he stated.

“We want every Nigerian to feel and know in their hearts that there are men and women in uniform who wake up every morning with one purpose: to serve, to protect, and to give everything if called upon,” he stated.

“Every fallen officer has a family left behind, a future cut short, and a society that owes them an incalculable debt of gratitude. We sincerely promise that their deaths will not be in vain and that their sacrifices will never be forgotten.

“The Nigeria Police Force is unwavering.” We will keep showing up, staying strong, and doing everything in our power to serve our wonderful country.

“The Nigeria Police Force supports the families of our departed heroes during this difficult time. We are dedicated to accompanying you on this challenging journey, and we share your loss.

“May God continue to protect all security personnel defending our country, and may the souls of our departed officers rest in perfect peace.”