Gunmen Attack Two Police Stations in Akwa Ibom

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Unknown gunmen attack Akwa Ibom police station, kill six officers - Daily  Post Nigeria

Gunmen attacked two police stations in Akwa Ibom State, killing one Edogi Bassey in the early hours of Wednesday.

The officer was killed in the course of attacked Etim Ekpo Area Command and Division by  the gunmen. This is just as a portion of the police station was also razed by the gunmen.

The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Odiko MacDon confirmed the incident to press men in   Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital.

Armed men, in their numbers, armed with AK 47 Rifles and other dangerous weapons, in two vehicles attacked the rented building housing the Etim Ekpo Area Command and Division. But the undaunted and vigilant Police Officers on duty gallantly fought back, repelled them, and averted the intended carnage.

Unfortunately, a dedicated Officer, one PC Edogi Bassey paid the supreme price while a small portion of the building was touched,” MacDon said.

He added that the gunmen also attacked Ika Division but were successfully repelled by the officers, “without loss of lives or arms. ”

The police spokesperson however lamented over the “unacceptable worrisome trend” of incessant attacks on police facilities and officers.

He assured that Police authorities are working to nip the ugly trend in its bd.

“The Commissioner of Police, CP Amiengheme Andrew who is going round formations and Divisions to ensure alertness and safety of officers, men, and the people has called on law-abiding citizens to volunteer timely information that will enable the Police to tackle the present security challenges”, he said.

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