
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen Lucky Irabor
Bandits storm Nigerian Defence Academy, kill 2 officers, abduct one

Suspected gunmen said to be armed bandits have reportedly killed two officers at the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA).
The gunmen reportedly invaded the NDA campus in Kaduna in the early hours of Tuesday, as sources also disclosed that one soldier was abducted, after they first shot dead the two officers.


“The bandits in their large numbers invaded the NDA campus in Afaka. They kidnapped one officer, and shot two. Another one was said to have sustained gunshot injury. He is currently receiving treatment at a military medical facility,” read an Intelligence report.
It was also gathered that two persons were arrested, though it could not be ascertained if they were among the suspected gunmen.

Reacting to the attack, Director, Defence Information, Maj. Gen. Benjamin Sawyer, confirmed that there was a breach of security in NDA.
“Bandits at about 0215am 24 August 2021 sneaked into the large expanse of the NDA and went straight to the officer’s Quarters where they killed 2 brave officers who fought them to resist abduction. 2 other officers were reportedly abducted.
“The Commandant NDA and staff working in synergy with HQ 1 Div and the NAF are out tracking and on search and rescue mission. It is worthy to note that the Nigerian Defence Academy is a training institution and a citadel of academy excellent.
“The attack by the bandits must have been well planned following their aimed target area within the NDA permanent site complex. Efforts are ongoing to ensure the rescue of the 2 officers abducted and also to clear the bandits. We are in touch with NDA and as events unfold the press will be adequately briefed.
“We urge Nigerians and members of the Press to support the Armed Forces to put an end to this menace,” he said.