SHI’ITES ATTACK: POLICE CONFIRM IDENTITIES OF OFFICERS KILLED IN ABUJA
The Nigeria Police Force, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, has unveiled the identities of the officers that were murdered by members of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria, IMN, popularly known as Shi’ites.
Recall that HOTJIST reported that two officers were killed when the Islamic group launched an unprovoked attack on policemen stationed at the Wuse Market Junction on August 23, 2024.
About three other officers were injured and left unconscious during the attack.
Spokesperson of the Command, SP Josephine Adeh, identified the slain officers as ASP Innocent Agabi and Inspector Alexander Odey.
While extending condolences to the deceased officers’ families, the statement noted, “As breadwinners for their families, one can only imagine the deep sorrow their loved ones are experiencing now.”
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