Borno Police Station Attack Leaves Four Officers, Hunter Dead
A Borno police station attack by suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP insurgents left five people dead—four police officers and one local hunter—after coordinated assaults on Nganzai and Damasak.
Borno State Police said the attacks occurred early Saturday, April 4, 2026, targeting Nganzai Divisional Police Headquarters and a CJTF/Hunters post at Mallam Fatori IDP Camp in Damasak.
Police spokesperson ASP Nahum Kenneth-Daso stated the attackers used RPGs and advanced weapons, aiming to overrun security.
How the Borno Police Station Attack Unfolded
Details from the police indicate that the first assault began at approximately 0100 hours (1:00 a.m.) when armed terrorists attacked the Nganzai Divisional Police Headquarters.
- The attackers attempted to overrun the town.
- Police officers, supported by Police Mobile Force (PMF) and Crack Squad operatives, engaged them.
- A “fierce gun battle” ensued.
Later, at about 0240 hours (2:40 a.m.), insurgents launched a second attack at Mallam Fatori IDP Camp in Damasak.
- The target was a CJTF/Hunters’ duty post.
- A hunter identified as Atom Abua (40 years old) was killed
- About 20 thatched houses and properties were destroyed.
ASP Daso stated that the attackers used RPGs, causing:
- Damage to parts of the police station
- Partial burning of an unserviceable Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC)
Casualties and Official Confirmation
The Borno police station attack resulted in:
- Four police personnel killed (names not specified in the original report)
- One hunter, Atom Abua (40), killed
- Destruction of civilian property at the IDP camp
ASP Nahum Kenneth-Daso said:
“Regrettably, four police personnel paid the supreme price in the line of duty.”
The identities of the deceased officers were not specified in the original report.
Security Response and Repelled Assault
Authorities confirmed that the attacks were successfully repelled through a coordinated response involving:
- Nigeria Police Force
- Nigerian military
- Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF)
- Local hunters
According to the statement, security forces:
- Prevented the terrorists from overrunning Nganzai
- Restored normalcy in affected areas
The Commissioner of Police, Naziru Abdulmajid, commended the officers for their “bravery and resilience” during the operation.
Police Assure Justice, Call for Public Support
Following the Borno police station attack, Commissioner Abdulmajid expressed condolences to the families of the fallen officers and assured them that efforts are ongoing to bring the perpetrators to justice.
He stated that the Command remains committed to:
- Tracking down the attackers
- Strengthening security operations in vulnerable areas
The police also urged residents to:
- Remain calm
- Stay vigilant
- Provide credible intelligence to security agencies.
Context: Rising Insurgency Threat in Borno
The latest Boko Haram ISWAP attack in Borno shows persistent security issues in Nigeria’s North-East.
The incident follows a March 13, 2026, explosion in Maiduguri, where suspected terrorists detonated Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), resulting in:
- At least 23 deaths
- Multiple injuries
Police reports indicated the explosions occurred at:
- The Post Office area
- The main entrance of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital
This pattern shows continued insurgent activity despite military efforts.
What We Know So Far
Confirmed Facts:
- Date: April 4, 2026
- Locations: Nganzai LGA and Mobbar LGA, Borno State
- Time: 0100hrs and 0240hrs
- Attackers: Suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP insurgents
- Weapons used: RPGs and advanced firearms
- Casualties:
- 4 police officers (names not specified)
- 1 hunter (Atom Abua, 40)
Unclear Details:
- Exact number of attackers
- Extent of injuries beyond fatalities
- Names of deceased police officers
→ These details remain unclear based on available reports.
Verification Note
This report is based on official statements from the Borno State Police Command.
Cross-referencing with additional sources, such as Channels TV, confirms the consistency of the core facts.
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