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Gunmen kill Nigerian Army colonel, injure wife, driver, security guard in Abuja
Gunmen have reportedly killed a serving Nigerian Army officer, Colonel Abdussalam Ude, during an attack at his residence in the Kurudu area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
Sources said the incident occurred on Monday evening shortly after the senior military officer returned home from work.
According to the sources, the attackers allegedly attempted to abduct the officer or members of his family. During the attack, Colonel Ude was fatally shot, while his wife, driver and security guard sustained gunshot injuries.
The injured victims were reportedly rushed to hospital, where they are receiving treatment.
The circumstances surrounding the attack remain unclear, while the motive has yet to be officially established.
Sources familiar with the matter said security agencies and military authorities have commenced investigations to identify and apprehend those responsible for the attack.
Colonel Ude, who was said to be from Enugu State, served in the Nigerian Army Intelligence Corps and held several strategic intelligence and counter-terrorism appointments during his military career.
He reportedly participated in counter-insurgency operations in Nigeria’s North-East and was deployed on international assignments, including in the Republic of Chad and France, where he contributed to intelligence and security cooperation efforts.
Colleagues reportedly described him as a dedicated and professional officer.
As of the time of filing this report, the Nigerian Army had not issued an official statement on the incident. Further details are expected as investigations continue.
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