The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Kebbi Area Command has launched a manhunt for the attackers responsible for the death of Assistant Superintendent of Customs, Dabo Umar. Umar was killed by armed men on Thursday, July 25, 2024, during an assault on their Koko-Besse patrol base. The attackers also abducted Superintendent of Customs Babagana Abba-Kabiru and demanded a ransom for his release.
The incident occurred as part of the recent intensified anti-smuggling operations in the area. The NCS spokesperson, SC Mohammed Tajuddeen-Salisu, confirmed that Umar’s body has been retrieved and transported to Kaduna for burial according to Islamic rites. The NCS, alongside other security services, is actively pursuing the culprits and has requested the public’s assistance in providing information that could aid in locating the abducted officer.
The NCS Controller, Iheanacho Ernest-Ojike, has expressed condolences to Umar’s family and emphasized the command’s commitment to securing the safe return of the abducted officer while continuing to update the public on the situation.