IGP Commands Immediate Action Against Killers of Policemen in Borno

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has pledged to bring to justice those responsible for the explosion that targeted the Nganzai Divisional Police Headquarters in Borno State, resulting in the deaths of two police officers. The attack, which occurred in the early hours of January 9, 2025, killed Inspector Bartholomew Kalawa and Corporal Mustapha Huzaifat.

In a statement released by the command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Nahum Daso, it was revealed that the explosion was attributed to suspected Boko Haram terrorists. The IGP condemned the attack and vowed that the killers of the officers would not escape justice.

In a follow-up statement issued on Friday, Force Public Relations Officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi conveyed the IGP’s condolences to the bereaved families, assuring them that their benefits and entitlements would be swiftly settled.

The statement read, “In a resolute response to the recent explosion attack at Nganzai Divisional Police Headquarters, Borno State, on 9th January, 2025, at about 12:10 am, which led to the death of two police officers; Inspector Bartholomew Kalawa and Corporal Mustapha Huzaifat, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has condemned the attack and ordered an immediate and thorough clampdown on the perpetrators, as any cop-killers will go unpunished.

“The IGP expresses deep condolences to the families of the deceased officers, affirming that their sacrifice in the line of duty will not be forgotten, and their benefits and entitlements will be immediately paid to their families.”

Adejobi further stated that the IGP has directed the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in Zone 15, Kenechukwu Onwuemelie, to mobilize all available resources and collaborate with other security agencies to track down and bring the attackers to justice.

“The IGP has therefore directed the Zone 15 Assistant Inspector-General of Police, AIG Kenechukwu Onwuemelie, fdc., to mobilize adequate resources and personnel, collaborate with other security agencies to ensure the perpetrators of this nefarious act are found and caused to face the full wrath of the law,” Adejobi said.

Reaffirming the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property, the IGP assured that those responsible for disrupting the nation’s security would be held accountable. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.