A Non Governmental Organization, Beyond Barracks Project, has condemned in strong terms the alleged assassination attempt on Lieutenant Yerima, the young military officer who recently had an encounter with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory.
In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Mohammed Thompson, the organisation, which advocates for the welfare and protection of military families, described the reported attempt on the officer’s life as “a grave threat to Nigeria’s security and a direct affront to the nation’s sovereignty.”
The group said it received the report with deep concern and warned that any intimidation, violence, or targeted attack on serving military personnel whether politically motivated or otherwise could undermine the morale of troops and destabilise the country’s security architecture.
According to the statement, “No one is above the law, and those allegedly behind the act must desist immediately, as further attempts could provoke avoidable national unrest and weaken confidence in the Armed Forces.”
The Beyond Barracks Project called on relevant security agencies to launch a full, transparent, and swift investigation into the incident, insisting that anyone found culpable must be held accountable, irrespective of their social or political standing.
It added that the military community nationwide is watching with anxiety and urged authorities to act promptly to prevent the situation from escalating.
The organisation reaffirmed its solidarity with Lt. Yerima and all military personnel who, it said, “risk their lives daily in service to the nation and deserve full protection and respect of their rights.”
