Nigeria News
Captain Alphonsus Bazza’s death: Nigerian Army denies suicide claims, probes incident
Published
9 months agoon
![](https://idomavoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-Copy-of-sr-file-2023-11-12T151458.387.jpg.webp)
The demise of Lieutenant Alphonsus Bazza, an officer in the Nigerian Army, has been officially confirmed by the military, dispelling rumors of his alleged suicide in Akwa Ibom State. In a statement released on Tuesday, November 14, by Danjuma Jonah, the Acting Deputy Director of 6 Division Army Public Relations, it was clarified that Lieutenant Bazza passed away while on duty at the 2 Brigade Step-Up Headquarters for Exercise STILL WATERS III in Essien Udim Local Government of Akwa Ibom State.
According to the statement, the officer was not observed at the Step-Up Headquarters on November 11, and despite attempts to contact him, he could not be reached. Consequently, a search was initiated in the vicinity, leading to the discovery of his lifeless body.
Expressing condolences to the deceased officer’s family, the statement urged the media to refrain from publishing narratives insinuating any complicity in his demise. Emphasizing the Nigerian Army’s commitment to the welfare of its personnel, the statement conveyed that the organization would not overlook the passing of any of its members under controversial circumstances.
The statement clarified that the military was conducting a thorough investigation into the incident and assured the public that the outcome would be communicated once the investigation concluded. It underscored the regimental precepts in place to handle such occurrences within the Nigerian Army, while refraining from engaging in disputes with media outlets spreading misinformation.
You may like
-
Soldier commit suicide in front of Army gate few months to retirement
-
Nigerian Army retires 19 Major-Generals, 10 Brigadiers-General
-
Nigerian Army begins recruitment exercise [How to apply]
-
Old soldier finally dies: 72-year-old Francis Dooga commits suicide in Benue
-
Female banker commits suicide inside bank premises in Lagos
-
Fintiri calls for peace as soldiers allegedly kill inspector in Adamawa
![](https://idomavoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/FI-Pic-1-80x80.jpeg)
Moniepoint strengthens efforts to broaden financial access through collaborative initiatives
![](https://idomavoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Dollar-750x375-1-80x80.jpeg)
Black Market Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today 26th July 2024
![](https://idomavoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/skysports-champions-league_6524821-80x80.jpg)
Transfer: Kevin De Bruyne chooses Man City over £1M weekly Saudi deal
![](https://idomavoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/nigerian-newspapers.jpg)
Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Thursday morning, July 25
![](https://idomavoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Dollar-750x375-1-80x80.jpeg)
Black Market Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today 25th July 2024
![](https://idomavoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Joseph-Ajaero-NLC-President-80x80.jpg)
No withdrawal from August 1 nationwide protest – NLC
![](https://idomavoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/immigration-80x80.webp)
Immigration officer, Akomolafe suspended amid drug trafficking charges
![](https://idomavoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Bola-Ahmed-Tinubu-80x80.webp)
BREAKING: Tinubu makes 22 new appointments [Full list]
![](https://idomavoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/tinubu-80x80.jpeg)
Tinubu approves ₦150,000 grant for MSMEs in Jigawa
![](https://idomavoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/James-oche-80x80.png)
BREAKING: President Tinubu appoints James Oche Public Complaints Commissioner
![](https://idomavoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Mohbad-1200x1283-1-80x80.jpg)
Mohbad’s family conducts fresh autopsy
![](https://idomavoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/thumb-80x80.jpeg)