By Ikugbadi Oluwasegun
The National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, security operatives have successfully foiled another attempt by unidentified armed assailants to breach the Institute’s security perimeter.
A statement by Osime Samuel Head, Public Affairs National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru says, the attackers engaged security operatives in a gun duel but were forced to retreat following the swift and coordinated response of the security forces.
One of the assailants was neutralised during the encounter, while others were reported to have escaped with varying degrees of injuries.
The Institute is pleased to report that there was no breach of the security perimeter. All participants, staff, residents and Institute facilities remain safe and secure.
Security agencies have intensified efforts to apprehend the fleeing suspects, while surveillance and other proactive security measures have been further strengthened within and around the Institute.
The National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies reassures participants, staff, their families and the general public that the security of lives and property remains its highest priority. The Institute appreciates the prompt response and professionalism of the security agencies and urges the public to disregard any misinformation capable of causing anxiety.
