The House of Representatives has demanded the immediate arrest and prosecution of the gunmen who brutally murdered five police officers in Sabon Sara, Darazo/Ganjuwa Federal Constituency of Bauchi State, on Saturday, November 29, 2025.
The slain officers DSP Ahmad Muhammad, ASP Mustapha Muhammad, Inspector Amarhel Yunusa, Inspector Idris Ahmed, and Corporal Isah Muazu — were ambushed during a security operation. Two others, Inspector Isah Musa and Inspector Yusuf Gambo, sustained serious injuries.
Moving the motion on the floor of the House, Hon. Mansur Soro, who represents the constituency, described the attack as a deliberate assault on law enforcement officers carrying out legitimate duties. He disclosed that intelligence suggests the ambush was orchestrated by an armed group attempting to obstruct the arrest of the dethroned hamlet head of Sabon Sara, whose activities have destabilised the community.
Soro commended Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, for his prompt intervention and noted that the state has enjoyed nearly six years of relative peace free from banditry.
He, however, raised concerns over the families left behind by the fallen officers, stressing the emotional and economic hardship they now face.
“These officers died in active service. Their families need urgent support. Showing care for officers who pay the ultimate price is crucial for morale and the operational strength of our police,” Soro said.
Adopting the motion, the House urged the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, the Police Trust Fund, and the North East Development Commission to immediately provide financial assistance and educational support for the families of the deceased.
Lawmakers also mandated the Inspector-General of Police to fast-track the payment of insurance claims and all statutory benefits, and ensure that the injured officers receive full medical care.
The Committee on National Security and Police Affairs was directed to liaise with security agencies for swift implementation of the resolution.
The killing of police officers has become increasingly frequent in northern Nigeria, fuelled by armed groups, banditry, communal clashes, and insurgency-related violence. Many officers lose their lives responding to distress calls or confronting criminal networks that now operate with alarming sophistication across rural communities.
The House resolved that urgent institutional reforms, improved welfare, and strengthened intelligence-sharing are needed to restore morale and reinforce the capacity of the Nigeria Police Force in high-risk areas.
