Nigerian Army Denies Killing Women in Yola Protest, Calls Report Baseless
The Nigerian Army refutes claims of soldiers killing 7 protesting women in Yola, dismissing the report as baseless and misleading. The incident occurred during a communal clash in Lamurdi Local Government Area, where troops were deployed to restore order due to unresolved land disputes and ethnic tensions.
The army explains that no women were shot or injured during the operation, emphasizing the need for peace and community cooperation. Captain Olusegun Abidoy signed the statement on behalf of the army.
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