Suspected gunmen have reportedly killed the Garrison Commander, 33 Artillery Brigade of Nigerian Army in Shadawanka Barracks, Bauchi State, Mohammed Barack.
According to reports, the incident which took place on Bauchi – Jos Road was said to have taken place on Sunday while the deceased was riding a power bike from Kaduna.
A source said, “The Garrison Commander of 33 Artillery Brigade of Nigerian Army (Shadawanka Barracks) Bauchi, Col. Mohammed Barack, has been shot dead.
“He was shot on Sunday along Jos Road, while on a power bike and was coming back from Kaduna. He is from Kano State.”
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The deceased, who hailed from Kano, was said to have been taken to his home state for burial, after the necessary military rites.
When contacted, the spokesperson of 33 Artillery Brigade, Yahaya Kabara, confirmed the incident saying, “Yes, it’s true.”
When asked to give details of what happened, Mr Kabara, who is an army major, told The Punch to “come to the Brigade because it is a matter that needs investigation.
“Investigation is ongoing, I will get back to you when the finding is out. Let me communicate with my Commander, I will get back to you.”
