IGP Egbetokun Orders Heavy Clampdown On Perpetrators Of Borno Explosion, Calamity

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The Inspector-General of Police of Nigeria, Kayode Egbetokun, has issued orders for an immediate and thorough clampdown on the perpetrators of an explosion that rocked the Nganzai Divisional Police Headquarters in Borno State on Thursday.

This attack, which occurred around 12:10 a.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2025, tragically resulted in the deaths of two police officers, identified as Inspector Bartholomew Kalawa and Corporal Mustapha Huzaifat.

Reacting to the incident, Egbetokun, in a press statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Olumuyiwa Adejobi, directed the Zone 15 Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Kenechukwu Onwuemelie, to mobilize resources and collaborate with other security agencies to swiftly apprehend those responsible.

The IGP emphasized that the “cop-killers will not go unpunished.”

In addition, the IGP expressed his condolences to the families of the deceased officers. He assured that the sacrifices of the deceased officers would be remembered and their benefits and entitlements promptly paid.

The statement reads in part: “In a resolute response to the recent explosion attack at Nganzai Divisional Police Headquarters, Borno State, on 9th January 2025, at about 12.10am, which led to the death of two police officers; Inspector Bartholomew Kalawa and Corporal Mustapha Huzaifat, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM., has condemned the attack and ordered an immediate and thorough clampdown on the perpetrators as no cop-killer will go unpunished.

“The IGP expresses deep condolences to the families of the deceased officers, affirming that their sacrifice in the line of duty will not be forgotten, as their benefits and entitlements will be immediately paid to their families.

“The IGP has therefore directed the Zone 15 Assistant Inspector-General of Police, AIG Kenechukwu Onwuemelie, fdc., to mobilize adequate resources and personnel, collaborate with other security agencies to ensure the perpetrators of this nefarious act are found and caused to face the full wrath of the law.

“As investigations continue, the IGP reaffirms the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to holding accountable those who jeopardise and disrupt the security arrangement and safety in Nigeria.”

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