{"id":199755,"date":"2026-04-27T20:44:05","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T19:44:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/senator-ireti-kingibe-reacts-to-nysc-member-killing"},"modified":"2026-04-27T21:50:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T20:50:13","slug":"senator-ireti-kingibe-reacts-to-nysc-member-killing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/senator-ireti-kingibe-reacts-to-nysc-member-killing","title":{"rendered":"Senator Ireti Kingibe Reacts to NYSC Member Killing"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Senator Ireti Heebah Kingibe, Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of a National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, member, Abdulsamad Jamiu, allegedly by soldiers of the Nigerian Army.<\/p>\n<p>The unfortunate incident occurred when troops of the Guards Brigade Quick Response Group, on routine night patrol, responded to a distress call following an armed robbery attack in the area.<\/p>\n<p>Reacting via a statement issued on Monday, Kingibe expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI am deeply saddened and heartbroken by the tragic death of Abdulsamad Jamiu, a young Nigerian who lost his life in an unfortunate incident involving personnel of the Nigerian Army.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis painful loss is a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the urgent need for heightened caution and professionalism in all security operations. While preliminary reports indicate that this was an accidental shooting, the consequences are devastating and irreversible.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMy thoughts and prayers are with the parents, family, and loved ones of the deceased. The grief of losing a child under such circumstances is unimaginable, and as a nation, we share in their sorrow. No family should have to endure such pain, especially when their child was serving the country with dedication under the National Youth Service Corps scheme.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI acknowledge the response of the Nigerian Army following this incident. However, beyond response, there must be a thorough, transparent, and accountable investigation to ensure that justice is served and that lessons are learned,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis tragic occurrence underscores the urgent need to strengthen rules of engagement, improve coordination between security agencies and civilians, and ensure that our young Nigerians, especially corps members, are adequately protected at all times. Preventable incidents such as this must never be allowed to happen again.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs the Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory, I will continue to engage relevant authorities to push for reforms that prioritize the safety of our citizens and restore public confidence in our security institutions.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMay the soul of Abdulsamad Jamiu rest in peace, and may God grant his family the strength to bear this irreparable loss,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Nigeria<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. Senator Ireti Heebah Kingibe, Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of a National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, member, Abdulsamad Jamiu, allegedly by soldiers of the Nigerian Army. 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