The Nigeria Customs Service patrol base in Koko, Kebbi State have reportedly attacked by suspected Gunmen, killing one officer and abducting another.
It was gathered that the incident occurred on Thursday when gunmen trailed and attacked the patrol base.
In a statement released on Sunday, the command’s spokesperson, Mohammed Tajuddeen Salisu, said the command had commiserated with the family of the deceased officer and prayed for the release of the abducted officer.
“A group of hoodlums attacked the patrol base, destroying properties and targeting our officers in a contest to the recent boost to anti-smuggling activities in the area.
“The armed men after causing mayhem to the base trailed and attacked two of our officers, one was shot and the other abducted.
Unfortunately, Assistant Superintendent Customs I, Dabo Umar, lost his life while Superintendent of Customs, Babagana Abba Kabiru, was abducted and a hefty ransom was demanded for his release.
“The deceased officer’s body was retrieved and conveyed to Kaduna for burial according to Islamic rites.”
Though, manhunt has been launched for killers and abductors officers, while the Customs Area Controller, Iheanacho Ernest Ojike, commiserated with the family of the deceased and prayed for the release of the abducted officer,” it added.
