Nigeria's military confirms army colonel killed by gunmen in Abuja
Nigeria's Defence Intelligence Agency confirmed that an army colonel was killed by unidentified gunmen in the capital Abuja. The attack took place around 10:45 p.m. on Monday night, reigniting concerns over security in the country.
Nigeria's Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) confirmed in a statement Tuesday evening that an army colonel was killed by unidentified armed assailants in the capital, Abuja. Colonel Ude was attacked at about 10:45 p.m. on Monday night.
The statement did not provide details on the identity or possible motive of the attackers, but officials said the incident is under investigation. The case has reignited concerns over rising armed gang activity that increasingly targets the country's security forces as well as civilians.
Nigeria continues to grapple with militant groups in the northeast alongside a rise in armed gang attacks nationwide. Civil society groups have said state police alone cannot solve the country's security problem, urging the federal government to take additional measures.
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