10/09/2025
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📰 BREAKING NEWS: Kogi State Police Checkpoint Attack
On Wednesday, September 10, 2025, a tragic incident unfolded in Kogi State, Nigeria, where gunmen launched a devastating attack on a police checkpoint located in the border town of Egbe, Yagba West Local Government Area. Here are the key details:
Three police officers were killed in the attack, marking another loss in the ongoing struggle against insecurity in the region.
According to local sources, the assailants stormed the checkpoint and engaged the police in a fierce gun battle. The circumstances around the ambush suggest a planned and coordinated attack by the attackers.
This area shares a border with Kwara State, making it a strategic point, which may explain its targeting by armed groups.
The attack has sent shockwaves through local communities and underscores the precarious security situation in parts of Nigeria, particularly involving armed groups known for such violent encounters. Authorities are currently working to assess the aftermath and looking into possible security measures to prevent future incidents.
This incident emphasize the need for robust security interventions to protect both law enforcement and civilians in affected areas
