Nasarawa Police Waged Ambushes Attempt on Security Forces Along Kadarko – Makurdi Road

A swift and courageous response by officers of the Nasarawa State Police Command on Tuesday night, July 9, 2025, prevented what could have been a deadly ambush on security forces along the volatile Kadarko–Makurdi Road near the Benue border.

The attack occurred around 10:55 p.m. when police operatives on routine pin-down duty came under sudden and heavy gunfire from suspected armed assailants, believed to have emerged from the forested Benue axis.

Despite the surprise assault, the officers immediately returned fire, engaging the attackers in a fierce gun battle that lasted several minutes. Their prompt action forced the assailants to retreat into the bush, effectively averting casualties among the security personnel and maintaining control of the area.

The Commissioner of Police, Nasarawa State Command, CP Shehu Umar Nadada, commended the bravery and professionalism of the officers involved and reaffirmed the Command’s unwavering commitment to securing lives and property across the state.

“The safety of our officers and the public remains our top priority. We are working closely with neighboring commands and other security agencies to intensify surveillance and intelligence-sharing along all known flashpoints,” CP Nadada stated.

The Police Command has since launched a manhunt for the fleeing suspects and is calling on residents to report any suspicious activity or individuals in their communities.