On Monday, October 20, 2025, at around 4:50 a.m., Second Lieutenant Daniogo Klenon Lassina, assigned to the Agboville Gendarmerie Squadron, lost his life during a patrol mission on the Agboville-Azaguié axis, near the town of Grand Yapo.

According to an official statement from the National Gendarmerie, Second Lieutenant Lassina's unit was targeted by gunfire while carrying out a security mission in the area. Despite rapid evacuation to a medical facility, the gendarme did not survive his injuries. This attack deeply shocked law enforcement and local residents, raising serious concerns about security in this already sensitive region.

Second Lieutenant Daniogo Klenon Lassina was a respected officer in the gendarmerie. He leaves behind a career marked by his commitment and dedication to public safety.

The National Gendarmerie expresses its sincere condolences to the family of the deceased and assures that all necessary measures will be taken to shed light on the circumstances of this incident. An investigation is underway to identify those responsible for this attack and determine the motives behind this tragic act.

This event once again highlights the dangers faced by security officers in the performance of their duties, often at the risk of their lives. The National Gendarmerie reaffirms its commitment to continuing its mission of protecting citizens and maintaining order, while paying tribute to those who have sacrificed their lives for the security of the nation.