How General was crushed to death by 'drunk' soldier in Lagos barracks

Nurudeen Shotayo 23:04 - 16 November 2022

Brigadier-General Audu Ogbole James.

The General was said to be walking to his residence when he was hit by the soldier who allegedly drove under the influence of alcohol.

A Brigadier General and Director of Finance at the Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre (NAFRC), Oshodi, Audu Ogbole James, has died in a barracks in Lagos.

The General was reportedly crushed to death by a corporal identified as Abayomi Edun on the night of Tuesday, November 15, 2022.

According to Daily Trust, Edun, who was driving an SUV with number plate EKY 177 FX, rammed into the deceased as he tried to make his way to his residence on foot.

Meanwhile, the corporal was said to be under the influence of alcoholic at the time of the accident.

A source also told the paper that the deceased was rushed to NAFRC Medical Centre where he was certified dead by a doctor on duty.

In a statement, the set of James at National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, described the loss as shocking.

The statement, signed by ACM Kayode Olagunju, also expressed condolences to the deceased's family and associates.

The statement read: “Our indefatigable, humble, friendly bridge builder, the Monitor General SEC 40 of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, Brig Gen AO JAMES, mni just departed. He died from injuries sustained from a knock down on the road yesterday (15/11/22) evening in Lagos.

“May his soul rest in peace. Our condolences to the family, AANI especially the SEC 40. May the Lord console all and grant the fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss. So sad,” read the statement signed by ACM Kayode Olagunju."