A Nigeria Army Corporal identified as James Kingsley opened fire on his colleagues, killing a 2nd Lieutenant and injuring many others.
The shooting rampage happened Sunday evening at the Forward Operational Base in Magami, Sokoto. According to military sources, Corporal Kingsley, attached to Team 3 for Operation HADARIN DAJI (OPHD), opened fire on his colleagues at the base 2nd Lieutenant Ukachuckwu was hit, causing his tragic demise. The injured soldiers are reportedly in stable condition and receiving medical attention.
Other soldiers on duty subsequently opened fire on Corporal Kingsley neutralising him before he could do more harm.
A statement signed by Major MD Mikaailu, said on the incident: “While on stand-to period 03NA/53/1572, CPL James Kingsley from 26BN attached to Team 3 for OPHD fired 2LT OC Ukachukwu at Tango 2 FOB Magami.
“The soldier went on firing everyone on sight, and he was gunned down by fellow soldiers present at the Tango. Both the late officer and soldier were rushed to Magami Gen Hosp where the officer was confirmed dead.”
