Army denies shooting women protesters in Adamawa
The Nigerian Army’s 23 Brigade in Adamawa State has denied reports that its troops opened fire on women protesting a communal clash in Lamurde Local Government Area. The allegation had circulated on social media and in some online reports claiming soldiers escorting the Brigade Commander shot and killed several women. In an official statement, the Brigade described the claims as baseless and misleading. It said neither the Brigade Commander nor his escorts were present at the scene where the women were allegedly shot. According to the Army, troops from 23 Brigade, working with police and other security agencies, were deployed to Lamurde in response to a communal clash between Bachama and Chobo communities. The statement said soldiers engaged armed militias and neutralised some gunmen while securing affected areas. The Army explained that when information came in about a possible attack […]
