The Defense Headquarters has reported that a naval personnel stationed at FOB Dansadua for Operation FANSAN YAMMA discharged his weapon in questionable circumstances, resulting in the death of a colleague.
In a statement released on Friday, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, Director of Defense Media Operations, confirmed that the incident occurred at approximately 0312 hours in the Dansadau area of Katsina State.
The personnel involved, identified as Leading Seaman Akila A., has been arrested, disarmed, and placed in detention. An investigation into the incident is currently underway. Following the investigation, the case will be referred to a standing court martial, which handles such offenses among military personnel.
Maj.-Gen. Buba added, “The administrative process to notify the family of the deceased is ongoing, which is why the name has not yet been made public. It will be released in due course.
“We also urge the media to exercise caution in their reporting to avoid further distress for the family of the deceased,” he stated.
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