CG NIS Condemns Bakin Ruwa Checkpoint Attack

The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, Kemi Nana Nandap has condemned 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.

A statement by the Public Relations Officer of NIS, Akinsola Akinlabi says the incident occurred on Thursday, 27 November, 2025, at approximately 2200hrs.

According to the statement, three gallant NIS personnel lost their lives in the line of duty while several operational assets and facilities at the location were also destroyed.

The statement says the Service extends its heartfelt condolences and unwavering support to the families, colleagues, and loved ones of the fallen personel, honoring their selfless sacrifice and commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s Borders.

It states that 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 statement says the Nigeria Immigration Service remains resolute in its mandate of securing the nation’s Borders and will not be deterred by acts of criminality and urged the public to remain calm and continue to cooperate with security agencies in their efforts to secure the Nation.

PR/Nkiru Njemanze