Army Confirms Tragic Death of Officer on Lagos Duty
The Nigerian Army has officially announced the death of one of its officers who was deployed for internal security operations in the Imota area of Ikorodu, Lagos State. The tragic incident occurred after the soldier was attacked by a man reported to be mentally unstable.
Details of the Lagos Incident
According to a statement released by Lieutenant Colonel Musa Yahaya, the Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations for the 81 Division, the officer was engaged in efforts to de-escalate a chaotic situation on November 16, 2025. During this intervention, the assailant struck the officer on the head with a heavy piece of wood.
Fellow soldiers present at the scene quickly moved to subdue the attacker. They also recovered the deceased officer's weapon and rushed him to Ikorodu General Hospital for urgent medical attention. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead upon arrival at the medical facility.
Lieutenant Colonel Yahaya confirmed that the fallen soldier, who served under the 81 Division, was laid to rest in accordance with Islamic rites. The funeral was attended by the Acting Commanding Officer and other officers from the division. The Army has extended its profound condolences to the officer's family and his colleagues during this difficult time.
Investigation and Public Advisory
In response to this event, the Nigerian Army has initiated a formal investigation to fully understand the circumstances surrounding the officer's death. The military authority is urging members of the public to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious or unusual behavior to security agencies. They have also appealed for the investigation to be allowed to proceed without any interference.
Police Bust Organ Harvesting Syndicate in Nasarawa
In a separate development from the central region of the country, the Nasarawa State Police Command has announced the arrest of a suspected organ harvester and the successful rescue of four intended victims. State Commissioner of Police, CP Shettima Mohammed Jauro, disclosed this information on Tuesday.
The suspect, identified as 40-year-old Maro Ebojoh, was apprehended at Yahaya Sabo Motor Park in the Bukan Sidi area of Lafia, the state capital. Police reports indicate that he was in the process of preparing to illegally harvest the kidneys of four young men.
The intended victims have been named as Umar Ahmed Barau (25), Suleman Alhaji-Garba (20), Williams Dadung (32), and Stanley Ezekiel (27). Investigations reveal that the young men were lured with the promise of receiving N2 million each in exchange for their kidneys. To make the offer convincing, the suspects had already made an initial deposit of N500,000 to the victims.
CP Jauro explained that police operatives were detailed to the location where the organ harvesting was scheduled to take place. The victims were initially placed on medical rest at a hotel to stabilize the blood pressure of one individual before further medical screening could be conducted. They were subsequently transferred to a medical facility in Abuja for a comprehensive assessment.
The suspect, Maro Ebojoh, has reportedly confessed to the crime. During interrogation, he admitted to having previously procured a donor for another client two months prior, an operation for which he received N1 million while the victim was paid N2.5 million.
Additional Police Operations in Nasarawa
In a related operation, the Nasarawa police command arrested nine suspects linked to a series of gang-related robberies in Mararaba and its environs. This criminal group was known for attacking residents at night, stealing their mobile phones, and then transferring funds from the victims' bank accounts before eventually selling the stolen devices. Tragically, one of their attacks resulted in the death of the son of a police officer in the Uke Karu area.
CP Shettima Mohammed Jauro has issued a strong warning to the public, especially with the festive season approaching. He cautioned citizens to be extremely wary of individuals posing as legitimate organ donors. The Police Commissioner noted that organ harvesting is becoming a growing menace in Nasarawa State, often preying on impoverished youths who are engaged in menial jobs as a means of survival.
