Mob Action Results in Death of Soldier in Akwanga

A mob action in Akwanga, Nasarawa state on Monday, has resulted in the death of one Ayuba Ali, Lance Cpl in the Nigerian Army.


Two persons have however, been arrested by the Nasarawa State Police Command in connections with the mob action that led to the death of the soldier.

According to the Spokesman of the Command, DSP Kennedy Idiris who confirmed the arrest to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Lafia, available information revealed the victim, who was on pass from Maiduguri, allegedly hit a street hawker at Agwan Affi area of the town while riding on a motorbike.

The victim, who was in mufti, tried to pacify the hawker and an altercation ensued resulting in irate youth beating him to coma, Idirisu stated.

DSP Idirisu said the soldier later died at the hospital, while investigation has begun.

The PPRO said efforts have been intensified to arrest all the perpetrators of the dastardly act.

Meanwhile, Mr. John Abimiku, an eye witness told NAN that the area has been deserted for fear of the unknown.

“As I speak with you now, about four military trucks are stationed in the area and soldiers are picking up any youth on sight,” Abimiku added.

Abimiku claimed that the two persons arrested by the police were amongst those who took the soldier to the hospital after the mob action. (NAN)