A Nigerian soldier has killed himself while being taken to the barracks, following his arrest for allegedly collaborating with ISWAP terrorists.
PR Nigeria reports that the deeds of the soldier who belonged to one of the battalions of the Nigerian Army in the North-East was unraveled by military intelligence operatives.
“He was involved in recent attacks in Geidam and Gashua communities in Yobe State.
“He was apprehended while attempting to escape after he learnt that his movements and activities with terrorists have been discovered by the intelligence service.
“After being handcuffed, he skillfully snatched a gun from one of the escorts and killed himself.
“Meanwhile, investigation is ongoing to Nab other suspects within the service.” the source told PRNigeria.
Recall that an explosion rocked the town, which is about 188 km north of Damaturu, the Yobe State capital.
