Prayer and Support for Nigerian Armed Forces and Other Security Agencies (PSNAFSA) has mourned four policemen and seven other persons killed in an attack on Ayilamo community in Logo Local Government Area of Benue State.
The attack occurred on Thursday, September 10,, with PSNAFSA saying several other persons were injured while some remained unaccounted for.
In a statement signed by its Convener, Ambassador Mary Abayomi-Fatile, the organisation commiserated with the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, the Nigeria Police Force, and the families and colleagues of the four officers killed in the attack.
PSNAFSA also extended its condolences to the families of the other victims.
The group commended the security personnel who responded to the attack, describing the four policemen who were killed as officers who paid the ultimate price while protecting lives and defending the community.
According to the group, the incident highlighted the risks faced by personnel of the police, armed forces and other security agencies in vulnerable communities.
It called for improved support for security personnel, particularly in intelligence gathering, operational equipment, logistics, communication and welfare.
The organisation urged relevant authorities to intensify efforts to locate those still unaccounted for, provide medical attention to the injured and ensure that those responsible for the attack are identified and brought to justice.
It further called for stronger intelligence-gathering and early-warning mechanisms to enable security agencies to detect threats and respond before attacks escalate.
PSNAFSA appealed to residents of vulnerable communities to cooperate with security agencies by providing credible information that could help prevent attacks, rescue victims and apprehend criminals.
The group urged Nigerians not to become desensitised to the deaths of security personnel, noting that every fallen officer leaves behind families and colleagues who must bear the consequences of the loss.