Gunmen on Monday night attacked the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, in Plateau State, killing two soldiers and a police officer deployed to protect the institution’s staff quarters.

The victims were reportedly on duty when the attackers struck the residential area of the institute.

Confirming the incident in a statement on Tuesday, the Head of Public Affairs of NIPSS, Dr. Osime Samuel, said a security breach occurred in the vicinity of the institute but assured that the situation had been brought under control.

“The National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, wishes to inform the public that a security incident occurred in the vicinity of the Institute in the early hours of today,” he said.

According to Samuel, the swift intervention of security personnel prevented further escalation, adding that there was no immediate threat to participants, staff, residents, or facilities of the institute.

“There is currently no threat to the safety of participants, staff, residents, or facilities of the Institute. Normal activities are continuing as scheduled,” he stated.

Sources, however, disclosed that the attackers allegedly targeted the residences of the Acting Director of Studies, Barrister Nima Salman-Mann, and a Directing Staff member, Professor Haruna Dabin.

The sources revealed that both officials had reportedly received handwritten threat notes pasted on their doors on Saturday, demanding payments of $100,000 and N15 million respectively. The matter was said to have been reported to the institute’s management.

A source familiar with the incident said the soldiers and police officer lost their lives during an exchange of gunfire with the attackers.

“During the day, local security personnel monitor the staff quarters, while soldiers and police officers provide security at night. It is believed the attackers came for the officials they had earlier threatened,” the source said.

NIPSS management said security agencies have commenced investigations to determine the circumstances surrounding the attack and identify those responsible.

The institute urged members of the public and the media to rely on official communications while investigations continue.

“NIPSS is working closely with the appropriate authorities and will provide verified information as soon as it becomes available. We urge members of the public and the media to rely on official communications from the Institute and relevant security agencies,” Samuel added.

The management reaffirmed its commitment to the safety and security of staff, participants, and residents, while commending the professionalism of security personnel involved in responding to the incident.

The bodies of the slain security operatives have reportedly been deposited in a mortuary as investigations continue.

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Gunmen on Sunday attacked a church service in Kwara State, abducting several worshippers during a violent raid in Ifelodun Local Government Area.

The incident occurred at the Evangelical Church Winning All in Omugo community, where congregants had gathered for their regular Sunday worship.

Eyewitnesses said the attackers stormed the church and fired sporadically, causing panic and forcing worshippers to flee.

Amid the chaos, eight persons were reportedly abducted by the gunmen.

Victims Escape, Others Still Held

In a development that followed the attack, three of the abducted victims managed to escape from captivity, while five others remain in the custody of the assailants.

The incident adds to growing concerns over insecurity in parts of the state, particularly attacks on places of worship and rural communities.

Government Reacts

The Kwara State Government condemned the attack, describing it as disturbing and unacceptable.

In a statement by the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, the government commended security operatives, forest guards, and local vigilantes for their swift response, which helped facilitate the escape of some victims.

Authorities have launched efforts to rescue the remaining abductees and apprehend those responsible.

Security Measures Intensified

The state government said ongoing security operations, including forest combing exercises, are being intensified to curb criminal activities in affected areas.

Residents have also been urged to cooperate with security agencies and local vigilante groups to enhance safety.

What It Means:

The attack highlights persistent security challenges in parts of Nigeria, particularly in rural communities, and raises fresh concerns about the safety of worship centres.

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Armed men suspected to be kidnappers on Friday night launched a deadly ambush on operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Okpella, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State, killing eight officers and abducting a Chinese expatriate.

The attack, which occurred at about 10 p.m. near the BUA Cement Factory, also left four officers seriously injured. Security sources confirmed that four other expatriates were rescued during the assault.

According to CSC Afolabi Babawale, the NSCDC’s National Public Relations Officer, the gunmen targeted a convoy of operatives assigned to protect expatriates at the cement plant.

“The convoy of NSCDC personnel and expatriates was ambushed in a three-hour gun battle, leaving eight personnel dead, four injured, one expatriate missing, and four others rescued,” Babawale said in a statement on Saturday.

The Commandant-General of NSCDC, Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, described the fallen officers as patriots who paid the ultimate price in service to the nation. He ordered that they be buried with full honours.

“Their labour, commitment, and patriotism will forever be remembered. This tragic incident will not deter the Corps from fulfilling its mandate of safeguarding critical national assets,” Audi said.

He also disclosed that joint operations involving security agencies have begun in surrounding forests to rescue the abducted expatriate and apprehend the attackers.

The Edo State NSCDC Commandant, Agun Gbenga, has visited the scene of the attack and the hospital where the wounded operatives are receiving treatment. Security reinforcements have since been deployed to the area.

The killings came just hours after a separate abduction incident on the Benin-Auchi Road, where 16 passengers were kidnapped and taken into the forest. Edo Police spokesperson Moses Yamu confirmed that all victims have since been rescued through a joint operation involving police, vigilantes, and local hunters.

The back-to-back incidents have raised fresh concerns about insecurity in Edo State, particularly along major highways and industrial corridors. Security forces have pledged intensified patrols and coordinated operations to prevent further attacks.

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