Crimes

Soldier working for terrorists kills self after arrest

A soldier, who was arrested for collaborating with Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists, has killed himself while being escorted to the barrack.

It was gathered that the soldier with one of the troops of the Nigerian Army in the North-East was discovered by military intelligence operatives for his involvement in recent attacks on brothels and beer parlours.

A credible source disclosed that the troop was involved in the recent attacks in Geidam and Gashua communities in Yobe State.

The source said: “He was involved in recent attacks in Geidam and Gashua communities in Yobe State.

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“He was apprehended while attempting to escape after he learnt that his movements and activities with terrorists have been discovered by the intelligence service.

“After being handcuffed, he skillfully snatched a gun from one of the escorts and killed himself.

“Meanwhile, investigation is ongoing to arrest other suspects within the service,” PRNigeria quoted the source as saying.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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