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SAA event in Borno State, Biu area, Nigeria on Tue 31st March 2026

31st March 2026

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CJTF member accidentally shot by colleague in Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

A member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) has been injured in an accidental shooting incident in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 3:50 a.m. on March 31 at the location of 162 Amphibious Battalion in Mandara-Girau.

According to the sources, the CJTF member was on duty when he was mistakenly shot in the left leg by a colleague.

The victim was immediately evacuated to the battalion’s medical facility, where he is currently receiving treatment.

Sources said the injured personnel are responding to treatment, while further details surrounding the incident are being awaited.

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