Assistant Superintendent of Immigration I (ASI I) Ibrahim Babagiwa was killed and an accompanying inspector injured when bandits ambushed a surveillance team on the Tungan Waya‑Woko axis in Niger State on 6 October, according to a statement from the [Nigeria Immigration Service](https://immigration.gov.ng) (NIS) Niger Command. The attack took place in Woko village, part of the Tungan Waya corridor, as the officers were conducting a routine border monitoring operation.
**What happened during the ambush?**
- The bandits opened fire and used machetes, killing Babagiwa on the spot.
- The inspector suffered cuts from a machete but managed to flee the scene and is now receiving medical care.
- Two days later, Babagiwa’s burnt remains were recovered and subsequently buried following Islamic rites.
**Who reported the incident?**
The command’s Public Relations Officer, DSI Mukhtar Abubakar, released the details from Minna, the capital of [Niger State](https://nigerstate.gov.ng), on Monday, emphasizing the agency’s ongoing commitment to curb irregular migration and address security threats along Nigeria’s international borders.
**What is the current status of the injured officer?**
Abubakar confirmed that the inspector is in stable condition and responding positively to treatment.
The NIS reiterated its resolve to fulfil its statutory duties despite the challenging security environment affecting the northern frontier.