By Joe Udo
BIRNIN KEBBI (CONVERSEER) – The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has confirmed that unidentified gunmen attacked its Bakin Ruwa Checkpoint, under the Tuga Border Patrol Formation in Kebbi State, on Thursday night.
According to a statement issued by the Service Public Relations Officer, Akinsola Akinlabi, the assault occurred around 10:00 PM, resulting in the deaths of three immigration personnel.
According to the state, operational assets and facilities at the checkpoint were also destroyed during the incident.
The Comptroller General of Immigration, Kemi Nandap, has directed an immediate tactical response.
“The Comptroller-General of Immigration, KN Nandap, pcc, mmis, fsmn, fspsp, regrettably confirms a violent and coordinated attack carried out by unidentified armed men on the Bakin Ruwa Checkpoint, under the TUGA Border Patrol Formation in Kebbi State.
“The incident occurred on Thursday, 27 November 2025, at approximately 22:00 hours. Three gallant NIS personnel lost their lives in the line of duty. Several operational assets and facilities at the location were also destroyed.
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“The Service extends its heartfelt condolences and unwavering support to the families, colleagues, and loved ones of the fallen personnel, honouring their selfless sacrifice and commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s Borders.
“The Comptroller General has ordered an immediate tactical response, deploying reinforcements to the affected formation, intensified joint operations with other security agencies, enhanced intelligence-gathering along the entire Tuga axis, and heightened patrols to deter further threats and restore full security control of the area.
“The Nigeria Immigration Service remains resolute in its mandate to securing the nation’s Borders and will not be deterred by acts of criminality. We urge the public to remain calm and continue to cooperate with security agencies in their efforts to secure the Nation,” the statement read.
