BREAKING: Seven Women Sh0t Dead As Soldiers Escorting Brigade Commander Open Fire On Protesters In Adamawa

BREAKING: Seven Women Sh0t Dead As Soldiers Escorting Brigade Commander Open Fire On Protesters In Adamawa

⚠️ VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED: This report contains descriptions of v!olence that some readers may find disturbing.

Soldiers Reportedly Open Fire On Lamurde Women Protesting Delayed Response To Militia Att@ck

At least seven women have been sh0t dead after Nigerian Army personnel escorting the Brigade Commander of 23 Brigade, Amechi Agwu, opened fire on a group of protesters in Lamurde Local Government Area of Adamawa State on Monday, SaharaReporters has learnt.

The women, who had gathered at Rigange Junction to protest an earlier coordinated att@ck by suspected Chobo-speaking militia on multiple communities, were demonstrating against what they described as the “unforgivably late” arrival of security forces. Their protest turned deadly when troops allegedly opened fire, leaving 12 women sh0t and seven k!lled instantly, according to community sources.

A respected community leader, his voice reportedly trembling, confirmed the casualty figure, adding that five critically injured women were rushed to Numan General Hospital for emergency treatment.

The women were angry, frustrated, and tired of burying their own… they wanted answers. Instead, they got bullets, a local resident told SaharaReporters.

Army Yet To Respond

Efforts to reach Nigerian Army spokesperson Lt. Col. Apollonia Anele were unsuccessful as calls and text messages seeking clarification received no response at the time of filing this report.
As of press time, the Nigerian Army had not issued an official statement regarding the allegations.

Community Tension Deepens After Militia Rampage

Earlier in the day, suspected Chobo-speaking militia launched a coordinated att@ck on several communities in Lamurde LGA, leaving residents traumatized and accusing security forces of arriving hours after the attackers had retreated. Women, who have repeatedly borne the brunt of such v!olence, gathered in protest demanding accountability, only to be met with military gunfire.

The incident has further inflamed tensions in an area already struggling with recurring clashes, security lapses, and rising mistrust between civilians and state forces.

Analysis: A Pattern Of Fragile Civil-Military Relations 🕊️

The incident in Lamurde underscores a recurring national concern: the widening trust deficit between Nigerian civilians and the military, especially in regions plagued by militias and communal v!olence.
When citizens protesting insecurity are sh0t by those tasked to protect them, the cycle of fear deepens and the legitimacy of state security structures is further eroded.

International observers often note that Nigeria’s internal security challenges are complicated not only by armed groups but also by inconsistent crisis response, insufficient community engagement, and allegations of excessive force by state agents.

This latest tragedy adds to the growing list of incidents demanding urgent transparency and institutional reform.

Call To Action 📢

Nigeria cannot afford continued silence on incidents involving civilian deaths. Demand accountability. Demand transparency. Demand a country where citizens can protest without being met with bullets.
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