The Nigerian Army is finally speaking up on silence over the killing of one of its soldiers in the Ogijo area of Ikorodu in Lagos
The killing happened on Wednesday and it was allegedly carried out by an officer of the Nigeria Police Force.
Sadly, the stabbing of the soldier led to series of shootings in the area, causing palpable tension among residents.
According to reports, the policemen took cover at Ogijo Police Station after they discovered the victim was a military officer.
People Also Read: MC Oluomo: Lagos REC Will Not Be Removed – INEC Chairman
The Real Story
The 81 Division Nigerian Army, however, in a statement issued on Thursday morning through its spokesman, Lt.-Col. Olabisi Ayeni, explained that the victim (soldier) allegedly confronted the suspect (policeman), who was not properly dressed and was standing very close to a patrol vehicle of Operation MESA to confirm his identity.
He said: “This led to an argument and, subsequently, the unfortunate incident.
“The soldier was immediately rushed to the Lagos State Polytechnic Hospital, Odogunyan, for medical attention, but he was declared dead on arrival at the hospital.”
You May Like: Drama As Wike Hosts Bola Tinubu In Rivers (Photo)
“The remains of the soldier have been moved to 174 Battalion Medical Centre in Ikorodu,” the army spokesperson explained.
According to him, the suspect (the police officer) was arrested and kept in military custody for his safety and subsequently handed over to the Nigeria police for prosecution.”
Ikorodu Is Safe
However, the angry mob who witnessed the unfortunate incident took advantage of this and attacked the police station in the community.
Also Read: JAMB Extends 2023 Registration By One Week
As a result, “troops have been deployed around the vicinity of all police stations in Ikorodu area to prevent a breakdown of law and order.
“The situation is under control as normalcy has returned to the community,” Ayeni said.
