According to reports reaching Oyogist.com, an embattled soldier of the Nigerian army has committed sucide after he was arrested over links with Boko Haram/ ISIS Terrorists.
According to sources, the soldier took his own life while being escorted to the barracks.
His cover was blown by military intelligence which exposed his involvement in the massacre at brothels and beer parlours in Yobe State.
Identified as Lance Corporal Jibrin, he was involved in the attacks in Geidam and Gashua towns which led to the death of over 10 people.
“He was apprehended while attempting to escape after he learnt that his movements and activities with terrorists have been discovered.
“After being handcuffed, he skillfully snatched a gun from one of the escorts and killed himself.
“Investigation is ongoing to nab other suspects within the service”, a source said.
Jibrin, an instructor with his Army Battalion in Geidam, was initially not seen for days, the report revealed.
He was later sighted among the Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters that invaded the Yobe communities.
