A top-ranking Nigerian military officer, Lieutenant Yarima, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt in Abuja earlier today, sources confirm. The attack reportedly occurred while the officer was traveling within the city, though details regarding the assailants and their motives remain unclear.
According to eyewitnesses cited by Channels TV and The Nation, security personnel accompanying Lieutenant Yarima acted swiftly, preventing any fatal outcome. Authorities are currently investigating the incident and have increased security measures around key military and government installations.
The Nigerian Army has issued a statement assuring the public that all necessary steps are being taken to protect personnel and maintain national security, while stressing that the situation is under control.
Civilian and military observers have expressed shock at the brazen nature of the attack in the nation’s capital, calling for intensified intelligence and preventive measures to forestall similar threats in the future.
More updates are expected as the investigation unfolds and further information becomes available.
Sources
Channels TV — eyewitness accounts and official statements
The Nation — early reports on the attempted attack
Vanguard News — military reaction and security measures
Daily Trust — expert commentary on implications for national security
