Nigerian Army Confirms Mistake in Killing 16-Year-Old During #EndBadGovernance Protest

In a shocking turn of events, the Nigerian Army has confirmed that a soldier mistakenly killed a 16-year-old boy, Ismail Mohammed, during the #EndBadGovernance protest in Zaria, Kaduna State on August 6, 2024. According to Major General Onyeama Nwachukwu, the tragic incident occurred when soldiers were called to disperse a group of protesters who had turned violent. The situation escalated, leading a soldier to fire a warning shot that inadvertently struck Mohammed. The responsible soldier has been detained and is under investigation. Following the incident, the Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, sent a delegation to offer condolences to the victim's family, and Mohammed was laid to rest with military honors. Additionally, Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun clarified that no live ammunition was used by the police or military during the protest. For a detailed look at the developments and official responses, watch the full report.
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