A Nigerian Army soldier has reportedly been detained after allegedly opening fire and injuring two civilians at a market in Pulka, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.
According to Zagazola Makama, the incident occurred at about 5:10 p.m. on Tuesday, June 23, when the soldier allegedly left his duty post without authorisation and travelled to Pulka town.
The publication identified the soldier as Lawan Abubakar, attached to the 82 Division Task Force Battalion deployed in Ngoshe.
The soldier allegedly fired several rounds indiscriminately in the Pulka market, leaving two civilians with gunshot injuries.
Troops from the 192 Battalion reportedly responded swiftly, disarmed the soldier and took him into custody.
The injured civilians were evacuated to the General Hospital in Gwoza, where they are currently receiving medical treatment.
According to the report, the soldier has since been transferred to the headquarters of the 26 Task Force Brigade for further investigation and possible disciplinary action.
The Nigerian Army has yet to issue an official statement on the incident.
Source: Zagazola Makama
