By Ken Chiwendu
The Nigerian Army Headquarters, 2 Brigade, Akwa Ibom State, has commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragic death of one of its officers, late Lieutenant Samson Haruna, in Uyo.
Lieutenant Haruna passed away at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital after sustaining burns from a fire incident on September 22, 2025.
In a statement issued in Uyo on Friday, the Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 2 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Captain Lawal Muhammad, said the outcome of the investigation would be made public upon its conclusion.
He stated, “An investigation was instituted at the onset of the incident to ascertain the circumstances surrounding it before the demise of the officer. The outcome of the investigation will be made public upon its conclusion.”
Muhammed disclosed that following the incident, the officer was immediately rushed to the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, where he received comprehensive medical treatment but unfortunately passed away
,“The Nigerian Army wishes to inform the general public of an unfortunate incident involving Lieutenant S. Haruna and his wife, which occurred on 22 September 2025, resulting in fire burns sustained by the officer.
“Following the incident, the officer was immediately evacuated to the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital (UUTH), where he received comprehensive medical treatment. Despite concerted efforts by the medical team to stabilise his condition, the officer sadly passed away on 6 October 2025 while receiving care.”
While commiserating with the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased, the Army expressed appreciation to the general public for their support and reaffirmed its commitment to professionalism, discipline, and accountability in the conduct of its personnel.
“The Nigerian Army deeply commiserates with the family, colleagues, and friends of the deceased officer and prays for the repose of his soul,” the statement added.
The investigation comes amid social media reports that the officer was set ablaze by his wife following a heated quarrel over alleged infidelity.
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