Three police officers have lost their lives following the explosion of an improvised explosive device (IED) along the Anka–Bagega road in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred on Monday, June 15, 2026, at approximately 5:05 p.m. The Officer-in-Charge of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit, SP Abdulrazak Musa Hassan, led a team to the area to detonate a suspected explosive device believed to have been planted by armed bandits.
The team included personnel from the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU). They were conducting a controlled clearance operation using an armoured personnel carrier when the vehicle accidentally triggered the explosive device.
Casualties
The explosion resulted in the immediate deaths of SP Abdulrazak Musa Hassan, Inspector Murtala Musa of the VCRU, and Inspector Auwal Ahmad attached to the EOD unit.
Their bodies were evacuated to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Gusau, for post-mortem examination. Authorities have confirmed that the remains of the officers have been deposited at the hospital morgue.
Investigation and Security Measures
Investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. Security operations in the area have been reinforced as efforts continue to clear the road and prevent further attacks.
