Soldier That killed Officer in Borno, is Suffering from Depression – Army HQ

Nigera army has reacted to the killing of an officer by fellow soldier in Borno State.

Colonel Sagir Musa the Acting Director Army Public Relations in a statements on the 30th July 2020, said that the soldiers has been arrested, while the body of late officer has been evacuated to 7 division.

Sagir said “Nigerian Soldier Suffering From Depression Kills A Subaltern In Borno State

1. 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 sympathizes 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.”