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A serving National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member has been shot dead after troops exchanged fire with armed robbers during a night patrol in the Dei-Dei area of Abuja, the military said on Sunday.
The incident occurred in the early hours of April 25 at Shagari Estate, Dei-Dei, according to a statement from the Guards Brigade Headquarters.
“Troops of the Guards Brigade Quick Response Group, on routine night patrol, responded to a distress call following an armed robbery attack in the area,” said Lieutenant Olawuyi Odunola, Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations.
“Upon arrival, the troops came under gunfire from the fleeing armed robbers, resulting in a brief but intense exchange.”
The deceased was identified as Abdulsamad Jamiu, a corps member serving in the Federal Capital Territory.
“In the course of the engagement, Mr. Jamiu was caught in the crossfire. Despite efforts by troops to secure the area and preserve lives, he sadly succumbed to his injuries,” the statement read.
The military described the loss as “heartbreaking” and said it had cast “a deep shadow over all personnel of the Guards Brigade.”
The Guards Brigade said a thorough investigation has been initiated to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
“The Brigade has since initiated a thorough investigation to fully ascertain the circumstances surrounding the incident. We remain committed to transparency and accountability and findings will be made available in due course,” the statement said.
The remains of the deceased have been handed over to civil authorities and deposited at Kubwa General Hospital, according to the statement.
“The Commander, Guards Brigade, officers and soldiers extend their deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased, the National Youth Service Corps, and all who are affected by this painful loss,” the statement read.
“We share in their grief and stand in solidarity with them during this moment of profound sorrow.”
TRAGIC LOSS OF NYSC CORPS MEMBER DURING ARMED ROBBERY INCIDENT IN DEI-DEI
Headquarters Guards Brigade regrets the tragic loss of Mr. Abdulsamad Jamiu, a serving National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member during a security incident in the early hours of 25 April 2026 at Shagari… pic.twitter.com/QI0u4WPED2
— Nigerian Army (@HQNigerianArmy) April 26, 2026
