A soldier, Lance Corporal Akinleye Femi, has allegedly killed his wife and committed suicide in Niger State.
The Acting Assistant Director of the Nigerian Army Public Relations, 22 Armoured Brigade, Ilorin, Capt. Stephen Nwankwo, made this known in a statement on Monday, October 13, 2025.
Nwankwo said the incident occurred at the Corporals and Below Quarters at Wawa Cantonment, Niger State, on Saturday, October 11.
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Nwankwo said preliminary findings showed that the soldier, who was on duty, had sought permission from his superior before the lifeless bodies were discovered.
The army spokesman said the remains had been preserved as investigation continues to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
He quoted the Commander, 22 Armoured Brigade, Brig.-Gen. Ezra Barkins, as assuring that the matter would be thoroughly investigated and findings made public.
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