- Security forces killed a bandit during an attempted breach at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) in Kuru, Plateau State
- The gunmen engaged in a fierce gun battle with security operatives who repelled their attack on Wednesday night, July 1, 2026
- The NIPSS Head of Public Affairs, Dr Osime Samuel, said several assailants escaped with injuries as security forces repelled the attack
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Kuru, Plateau State – Security operatives killed a bandit during a gun battle at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, Plateau State.
The suspected armed assailants attempted to breach the Institute’s security perimeter on Wednesday night, July 1, 2026.
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Legit.ng reports that gunmen had earlier attacked the NIPSS, leaving two police officers dead and sparking panic as security forces engaged attackers near the institute.
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It was gathered that the gunmen were repelled by security operatives while attempting to gain access to the institution at around 11pm on Wednesday.
The NIPPS Head of Public Affairs, Dr Osime Samuel, said the attackers engaged security personnel in a fierce exchange of gunfire.
Osime said the gunmen were forced to retreat following a swift and coordinated response by security forces.
As reported by Vanguard, Osime made this known in a statement issued on Thursday, July 2, 2026.
The institute spokesperson said one of the gunmen was killed during the encounter, while several others reportedly escaped with varying degrees of injuries.
NIPSS stressed that all participants of the Senior Executive Course, staff, residents and facilities remained safe as the gunmen failed to penetrate the Institute’s security perimeter.
Osime disclosed that security agencies had intensified efforts to track down and arrest the fleeing suspects.
The NIPSS added that surveillance and other proactive security measures had been reinforced within and around the institution.
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The Institute reassured participants, staff, their families and members of the public of their safety while urging the public to disregard misinformation capable of causing unnecessary panic.
NIPSS said the security of lives and property remained its highest priority. The Institute also commended the prompt response and professionalism of the security agencies.
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The Plateau State Police Command mobilised officers to restore calm and track down attackers after the tragic incident.
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