A serving Nigerian military intelligence officer, Colonel Abdussalam A. Ude, was shot dead in Abuja after resisting an abduction attempt, according to local reports. The incident occurred in the capital city, where security forces are frequently targeted. Ude was reportedly attempting to prevent his abduction when he was fatally shot by unidentified assailants.
The attack has raised concerns about the safety of military personnel in Nigeria. Local authorities have not yet commented on the incident, but security agencies are investigating the case. Witnesses claim that the assailants fled the scene shortly after the shooting.
The incident highlights ongoing challenges to security in Nigeria, where high-profile attacks on government and military officials continue. The victim’s family has not yet issued a statement, but local media are expected to report further developments. (businessday.ng)
