Gunmen attacked the Adamawa State Police Headquarters in Yola, causing panic among residents.

The attack took place in the early hours of Wednesday, with sounds of gunfire lasting for at least 30 minutes.

While the Police Public Relations Officer confirmed the attack, he mentioned that it was repelled, and the situation was under control.

The motive behind the attack and the identities of the perpetrators remain unclear.

There are speculations that the attackers might be military personnel seeking revenge for the alleged killing of a military officer by the police.