Corps member dies in Abuja crossfire during robbery
A serving National Youth Service Corps member, Abdulsamad Jamiu, was killed after being caught in a crossfire between soldiers and suspected armed robbers in the Dei-Dei area of Abuja. The tragic incident happened in the Shagari Estate during a gun battle that broke out when troops responded to a distress call about an armed robbery. The Nigerian Army confirmed that Jamiu was hit during the exchange and later succumbed to his injuries. The military has expressed condolences to his family and announced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.
What happened
- Abdulsamad Jamiu, a corps member, was killed during a gun battle between soldiers and armed robbers in Shagari Estate, Dei-Dei, Abuja.
- The incident occurred in the early hours of April 25, 2026, when troops responded to a distress call about an armed robbery.
- The Nigerian Army stated that Jamiu was caught in the crossfire and died from his injuries despite efforts to secure the area.
- The army has launched an investigation and assured that the findings will be made public.
- Condolences have been extended to Jamiu's family, the National Youth Service Corps, and all those affected by the incident.
