The Nigerian Army has confirmed that a soldier, Lance Corporal Akenleye Femi, allegedly killed his wife before taking his own life in Niger State.
The Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, 22 Armoured Brigade, Ilorin, Capt. Stephen Nwankwo, disclosed this in a statement on Monday.
He said the tragic incident occurred on Oct. 11 at the Corporals and Below Quarters within Wawa Cantonment, leaving residents in shock.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the soldier, who was on duty at the time, had sought permission from his superior before the lifeless bodies were discovered.
Nwankwo said the remains of the couple had been preserved while investigations continue to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
He added that the Commander, 22 Armoured Brigade, Brig.-Gen. Ezra Barkins, had assured that the incident would be thoroughly investigated and the findings made public.
“The Nigerian Army deeply regrets the incident and commiserates with the families of the deceased.
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