Shiites used explosives in Abuja attack, killed several officers – FCT Police

Tragedy struck in Abuja, Nigeria, on August 25, 2024, when a group of Shi’ite protesters attacked a police checkpoint at Wuse Junction, killing two police officers and leaving three others unconscious. The attackers, reportedly members of the proscribed Islamic Movement of Nigeria, used machetes, homemade bombs, and knives to carry out the unprovoked assault.

According to a press statement released by the FCT Police Command, several arrests have been made and the situation is currently under control. The Commissioner of Police, CP Benneth C. Igweh, has condemned the attack and vowed to bring those responsible to justice.

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The attack resulted in the destruction of three police patrol vehicles, which were set ablaze by the protesters. The three injured officers are currently receiving medical treatment in the hospital.

The FCT Police Command has assured the public that normalcy has been restored and that further developments will be communicated in due course.

This incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of law enforcement personnel in the region and the ongoing tensions between the Shi’ite group and authorities in Nigeria.

Stay tuned for further updates as this story continues to unfold.