The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen Faruk Yahaya
By OLA MUDOPE, Lagos –
The Nigeria Army, 8 Division on Friday commenced an investigation into the death of a police officer in an unfortunate incident that occurred between some soldiers and policemen around Ojo, Lagos State.
The Division’s spokesman, Maj. Olaniyi Osoba, who expressed regret over the death of police officer, said the incident happened on Thursday.
Maj. Osoba said the Division was already in touch with the Lagos State Police Command to resolve the matter.
“This incident is highly regretted given the Division’s disposition and zero tolerance for any misconduct.
“Accordingly, the Division has instituted a Board of Inquiry to unravel the circumstance surrounding the unfortunate incident.
“At the end of the investigation, anyone found culpable will be made to face the full wrath of the disciplinary provisions,’’ Osoba stated.
He commiserated with the Ojo Police Division and members of the family of the deceased.
