A tragic incident in Abuja has sparked outrage and grief after a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Abdulsamad Jamiu, lost his life during a security operation gone wrong.
The young corps member was reportedly caught in a crossfire between soldiers and suspected armed robbers in the early hours of April 25, 2026.
The incident took place at Shagari Estate in the Dei-Dei area of the Federal Capital Territory, where residents were jolted awake by gunfire as security forces responded to an attack on the neighborhood.
In the aftermath, a video shared online by Abuja PR captured the heartbreaking reaction of Jamiu’s mother. Overcome with grief, she tearfully called for justice, insisting her son’s death must not go unanswered. “Nigeria has happened to me. I need justice. They killed him. They came for him,” she cried.
What The Army Said
The Nigerian Army’s Guards Brigade has since acknowledged the incident, describing the loss as deeply unfortunate.
In an official statement signed by its spokesperson, Lieutenant Olawuyi Odunola, the Brigade expressed sympathy to the bereaved family and all others affected by the attack.
“We share in their grief and stand in solidarity with them during this moment of profound sorrow,” the statement said.
The Investigation
According to the military, an investigation is already underway to determine exactly what led to the fatal shooting.
Authorities also confirmed that Jamiu’s remains have been taken to Kubwa General Hospital.
While reiterating its responsibility to safeguard lives and property within the capital, the Guards Brigade noted that it would reassess its operational methods to reduce the risk of similar tragedies in the future.
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Residents of the area have been urged to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies as efforts continue to uncover the full circumstances surrounding the incident.