Olusegun Ariyo
The Nigerian Army on Wednesday announced that it has identified and arrested soldiers caught on camera torturing two civilians in Badagry, Lagos State.
Urban Express News Online reports that a video clip had gone viral on Social media revealing Soldiers manhandling civilians.
The incident triggered an outcry with calls for action against the erring soldiers.
Reacting, the army in a statement posted on its official X handle on Wednesday said the soldiers are already in custody.
The post reads, “After preliminary investigation, the Nigerian Army wishes to inform the general public that it has identified and arrested the soldiers involved in the unprofessional handling of two civilians in an unfortunate incident that occurred in Badagry-Lagos State as viewed in a viral video.
“A comprehensive military police investigation of the suspects is ongoing. Be assured that justice will be served accordingly.”
