How Nigerian
How Nigerian Soldier Killed Officer in
Bama
A trooper of the Nigerian Army serving in 202 Battalion of 21
Special Armoured Brigade Bama, Borno State, went beserk at about
1030 hours on the 29th of July 2020 and fired at an officer (a
Subaltern) which led to his death.
2. The incident happened when the soldier approached the officer
who was standing infront of the Unit’s Headquarters making a phone
call. The soldier has been arrested, is in custody undergoing
investigation. General situation in the unit is calm.
3. The remains of the deceased officer has been evacuated to 7
Division Medical Services and Hospital.
4. Investigation into the case has since been instituted to
determine the circumstances that led to the unfortunate
incident.
5. The family of the deceased has already been contacted.The
Nigerian Army sympathezes and condoles with the family at this
trying moment, and pray to the Almighty God to repose the soul of
the departed and grant his family and other loved ones the
fortitude to bear the irreparable loss. May his gentle soul rest in
peace.
SAGIR MUSA
Colonel
Acting Director Army Public Relations
30 July 2020