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Insecurity: 98 Police Officers Killed Across 21 States in Nigeria in 10 Months – Daily Trust Reports

 


At least 98 police officers have lost their lives in different security-related incidents across 21 states in Nigeria between January and October 2026, according to a report by Daily Trust.

The report, which compiled data from different incidents across the country, highlights the dangers faced by security personnel amid the persistent insecurity affecting several parts of Nigeria.

According to the publication, the reported deaths involved attacks by bandits, gunmen, Boko Haram terrorists, kidnappers and other criminal groups.

States With the Highest Reported Police Casualties

The report identified several states with significant numbers of police officers killed during the 10-month period.

Yobe State reportedly recorded 17 deaths, while Zamfara and Kebbi States recorded 14 deaths each.

Other states mentioned include Katsina, with five officers; Borno and Taraba, with four each; and Plateau and Rivers, with three officers each.

Causes of the Reported Deaths

The figures attributed 35 deaths to bandits, 29 to gunmen, 22 to Boko Haram terrorists and two to Lakurawa terrorists.

Other reported incidents involved kidnappers, hoodlums, road accidents and shootings involving fellow police officers.

Growing Security Concerns in Nigeria

The reported deaths have drawn attention to the risks faced by police officers carrying out security operations across the country.

Police personnel are frequently deployed to confront armed groups, respond to criminal activities and protect communities, sometimes under dangerous conditions.< /p>

The report also raises concerns about the safety of security personnel and the need to strengthen measures aimed at protecting officers and improving security across the country.

The figures were compiled by Daily Trust from reported incidents and should be understood as the publication's findings rather than an independently released nationwide police casualty statement.</p>

Source: Daily Trust.

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