A grieving father is demanding answers after his son, a young corps member, was killed in a shocking incident that has left many Nigerians outraged.
The tragedy happened in Dei-Dei, Abuja—and the story behind it is deeply disturbing.
Army Admits “Error”
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Officials from the Guards Brigade claimed he was caught in crossfire during a gun battle with suspected armed robbers.
“The fleeing suspects opened fire on troops… leading to a brief but intense exchange,” the Army said.
They described the incident as tragic.
Family Rejects Army’s Version
But the victim’s family strongly disagrees.
His father, Sani Jimoh, insists the official explanation doesn’t add up.
According to him:
- There was no evidence of a gunfight
- His son was inside his room when he was shot
- Soldiers entered the compound while chasing a suspected thief
“They Couldn’t Even Find the Thief”
Jimoh revealed what soldiers allegedly told him:
They entered through the back after noticing disturbed barbed wire
They believed a suspect had jumped into the compound
But… they never actually found anyone
Despite that, events escalated quickly.
Forced Entry… Then Gunfire
The father claims soldiers attempted to force open his son’s door.
Someone inside reportedly resisted.
And then—
A gunshot was fired
His son was killed inside his own room.
“Oga, It Was a Mistake”
According to Jimoh, the soldiers later admitted:
“Oga, calm down… it was a mistake.”
Those words have since sparked anger and heartbreak online.
Sister’s Painful Account
The victim’s sister, Jamiu Farida, gave a chilling account of what she saw.
She said she was dragged outside after hearing gunshots.
At first, she thought her brother had escaped.
But then…
“I saw a piece of his brain on the floor beside him.”
Her words have left many shaken.
Allegations of Cover-Up
The family also made serious claims:
- Vigilantes were allegedly brought in to clean the blood
- Remains were reportedly removed from the scene
- Soldiers allegedly warned witnesses to stay quiet
These allegations have not been independently confirmed—but they are raising serious concerns.
Police Reaction
The local police reportedly described the incident as:
A “regrettable and negligent mistake”
Before releasing the body, the family says they were asked to provide a written statement and assurance.
Army Visits Family
A delegation from the Nigerian Army later visited the family to:
- Offer condolences
- Assess the situation
But for the family…
That’s not enough.
Final Thoughts
This case has sparked serious questions:
- Was this truly crossfire—or something else?
- Were proper rules of engagement followed?
- Will anyone be held accountable?
For one family, the answers won’t bring back their son.
But they may bring justice.
What do you think about this incident?
Should there be a full investigation?
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