Police officer, five others, killed in bank robbery in Niger State

A police officer and five others were on Wednesday killed in Kagara town following a bank robbery in Rafi local government area of Niger State.

The state government, in a press statement, confirmed the incident, calling for calm, saying the government is deploying all resources at its disposal to ensure the protection of lives and property. The gunmen also abducted many residents during the attack, a source said, asking not to be named for security reasons.

Wasiu Abiodun, the police spokesperson in Niger State, did not respond to multiple calls and messages seeking comment. In its statement, the state government through the state governor’s press secretary, Mary Noel-Berje, appealed to residents of the area to remain calm and maintain peace.

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