By Titus Eleweke
Nigerian human rights lawyer, Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the military authorities to investigate the death of a young soldier, Jude Osondu Ude, at the 17 Brigade in Katsina.
In a statement released on Saturday, Ejiofor called on the Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, alongside top military leadership, to conduct a thorough and transparent probe into the circumstances surrounding Ude’s stabbing and eventual death.
According to him, the soldier was attacked within the barracks, struggled to get help, and later died in hospital on March 22, 2026. He described the incident as a “national embarrassment,” alleging internal foul play and institutional neglect.
Ejiofor further claimed that the soldier’s family received no support from the military, with his father reportedly spending over ₦800,000 to transport his remains from Katsina to Enugu. He also noted the absence of military honours during Ude’s burial on April 5, 2026.
Warning of legal action if no meaningful steps are taken within 14 days, Ejiofor stressed that justice must be served to restore public confidence and protect the integrity of the armed forces.
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