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Investigation begins as SNCO dies after shooting incident at Kuje custodial centre 

By Zagazola Makama 

Authorities have commenced an investigation into a shooting incident involving a senior non-commissioned officer at the Kuje Medium Security Custodial Centre in the Federal Capital Territory.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 9:37 a.m. on Sept. 7 while the personnel was on duty at the facility.

According to the sources, the SNCO fired at his commanding officer, but the shot missed after the officer moved away.

The SNCO subsequently died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

The circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear, and an investigation has been launched to establish what led to the shooting.

The remains of the deceased personnel were evacuated to the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital (UATH) for further action.

Authorities are expected to provide additional details as the investigation progresses.