Tension gripped a community in Kaduna State earlier today after an altercation between a civilian and a soldier escalated into violence. The incident, which took place in the early hours of the morning, led to a soldier calling for reinforcements after he sustained injuries during a fight with the civilian.
Eyewitnesses reported that the soldier, angered by the injury inflicted on him, contacted his colleagues, who quickly stormed the community. The group of soldiers allegedly retaliated by severely beating the civilian, leaving him unconscious.
Residents of the area expressed shock and fear as the soldiers moved through the community, leaving the victim in a critical condition. The civilian, whose identity has not yet been disclosed, was reportedly rushed to a nearby hospital where he remains in a coma.
Local authorities have been alerted to the situation, and there are growing concerns about possible reprisals or further tensions in the area. Meanwhile, community members are calling for an investigation into the incident to ensure justice is served.
As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official statement from the military regarding the actions of the soldiers involved. The situation remains tense as residents await further developments.
