The Headquarters 81 Division, Nigerian Army, has expressed deep sadness over the death of a soldier whose tragic incident has gone viral on social media.
The soldier was on official duty at the Ikorodu general area of Lagos State when he was fatally attacked.
According to a statement issued by the Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 81 Division, Lieutenant Colonel Musa Yahaya, the incident occurred on 16 November 2025 at about 4:00 p.m.
One of the soldiers deployed for internal security operations in the Imota area of Ikorodu was attempting to calm a chaotic situation when he was violently assaulted by a mentally unstable individual.
The attacker reportedly struck the soldier on the head with a heavy log, inflicting severe injuries.
Other soldiers at the scene responded immediately, neutralizing the assailant and recovering the soldier’s weapon.
The injured soldier was rushed to Ikorodu General Hospital, where he was unfortunately pronounced dead.
He has since been laid to rest according to Islamic rites, with the Acting Commanding Officer and other senior officers in attendance.
The 81 Division has extended heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the fallen soldier.
The Division also urged members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious behavior to security agencies.
Reporting by Mary Fatile