Soldier Killed in Clash between Nigerian Police and Army in Lagos State Days after Celebrating Wedding Anniversary
A tragic incident occurred on the evening of Wednesday, February 15th in Odongunyan, Ikorodu, Lagos State, where a fight broke out between the Nigerian Police Force at Ogijo and the Nigerian Army Force (194 Battalion) at Ita Oluwo, Lagos State. The altercation resulted in the death of a soldier of the 174 Battalion named Mr Saheed, who had recently celebrated his wedding anniversary just a few days prior.
Following the death of the soldier, the aggrieved soldiers went to the Ogijo police station and set the building on fire, leading to the blockage of the federal road and commuters being stranded on their way home. The tension between the two towns of Odongunyan and Ogijo has reached an all-time high, causing residents to stay indoors for safety.
As of the time of filing this report, the cause of the fight still remains unknown. The two towns have been in an intense mood since the incident, and the authorities are doing everything possible to restore calm and order.
In conclusion, this tragic incident has once again highlighted the need for better collaboration and coordination between the different arms of the Nigerian security forces. The loss of life is always regrettable, and it is our hope that the authorities will work together to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
