One suspected armed assailant was killed after security operatives foiled another attack on the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, Plateau State, late Wednesday night.
The latest incident occurred barely two weeks after gunmen attacked the institute, killing three security operatives.
The gunmen reportedly targeted the residences of the Acting Director of Studies, Barrister Nima Salman-Mann, and a Directing Staff member, Professor Haruna Dabin.
Confirming the incident in a statement, the Head of Public Affairs at NIPSS, Dr Osime Samuel, said security personnel engaged the assailants in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to flee.
“The National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) Kuru wishes to inform the public that another attempt by unidentified armed assailants to breach the Institute’s security perimeter was successfully repelled by security personnel late yesterday night, Wednesday, 1 July 2026.
“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 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.”
Reassuring staff, participants and the public, Samuel said the institute remained committed to safeguarding lives and property.
“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.”
He also commended the swift response of security agencies and urged the public not to spread unverified information.
“The Institute appreciates the prompt response and professionalism of the security agencies and urges the public to disregard any misinformation capable of causing anxiety,” the statement read.
