The Nigerian Army says it has identified and arrested two soldiers who allegedly brutalized two unarmed civilians Badagry-Lagos road.
There has been outcry by Nigerians who raised concerned after the disturbing footage of the incident, hit the Internet.
This arrest is contained in a notification released on Tuesday by the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) of the Nigerian Army, TheNewspad said.
The statement said, “After preliminary investigation, the Nigerian Army wishes to inform the general public that it has identified and arrested the soldiers involved in the unprofessional handling of two civilians in an unfortunate incident that occurred in Badagry-Lagos State as viewed in a viral video”.
The statement also said, “a comprehensive military police investigation of the suspects is ongoing. Be assured that justice will be served accordingly”.
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