A soldier based in Imota, Ikorodu, Lagos State, was fatally struck on the head with a plank by a mentally unstable individual, the Nigerian Army has confirmed.
The fatal incident occurred on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at approximately 4:00 pm, while the soldier was deployed for internal security operations.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations 81 Division Nigerian Army, Musa Yahaya, disclosed the circumstances of the attack.
Yahaya explained that the soldier was attempting to de-escalate a chaotic situation when the attacker struck him on the head with a heavy log, inflicting fatal injuries.
“On November 16, 2025, at about 4:00 pm, one of the soldiers deployed for internal security duty in the Imota area of Ikorodu while attempting to de-escalate a chaotic situation was attacked by a mentally unstable individual.
“The attacker struck the soldier on the head with a heavy log, causing severe injury,” it stated.
It was stated that other soldiers at the scene quickly brought the situation under control, neutralising the attacker and recovering the soldier’s weapon.
The injured soldier was said to be rushed to Ikorodu General Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
“The situation was swiftly brought under control by other soldiers at the scene, who neutralised the attacker and recovered the soldiers’ weapon.
“The injured soldier was evacuated to Ikorodu General Hospital where he was pronounced dead,” the statement added.
Following the incident, the Army confirmed the soldier’s burial was conducted according to Islamic rites, with the Acting Commanding Officer and other unit officers in attendance.
While extending condolences to the family and friends, the Army also announced that an investigation has been instituted to determine the full circumstances of the attack.
The Army appealed to the public to remain vigilant, exercise caution, and report any suspicious activities.
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