Sunday Jackson Nigerian Christian Farmer, Sentenced to Death by Hanging for self-Defense against Fulani Herdsmen who wanted to kill him

Sunday Jackson, Nigerian Christian Farmer Who Overpowered and Killed Fulani Herdsmen in Self-Defense, Sentenced to Death by Hanging

..groups call on Christian bodies to rise and defend him

In a controversial legal ruling, Nigerian farmer Sunday Jackson has been sentenced to death by hanging for killing a Fulani herdsman in self-defense.

The incident, which occurred on February 11, 2021, in Adamawa State, involved a violent altercation between Jackson and the herdsman, who allegedly attacked him with a machete. Despite Jackson’s claim that he acted purely in self-defense, the Supreme Court of Nigeria on March 7, 2025, upheld a lower court’s verdict, ruling that he should have fled instead of retaliating after disarming his attacker.

The judgment has sparked outrage and renewed calls for legal reforms, particularly concerning the right to self-defense in life-threatening situations. The Incident: A Fight for Survival According to reports, Sunday Jackson, a farmer from Adamawa State, was working on his farm when a Fulani herdsman attacked him with a machete, intending to kill him. In a desperate struggle, Jackson sustained severe injuries but managed to overpower his attacker.

Acting in self-preservation, he took the machete from the herdsman and stabbed him, resulting in the herdsman’s death.

Shortly after the incident, Jackson was arrested and charged with murder. His defense argued that he had no choice but to fight back to save his own life. However, the court ruled that he was guilty of murder, stating that once Jackson had disarmed his attacker, he should have fled instead of retaliating.

Legal Battle and Supreme Court Verdict

Following his arrest in 2021, Jackson spent four years in detention before his case reached the Supreme Court of Nigeria. In February 2021, the High Court of Yola found him guilty of murder and sentenced him to death by hanging. His legal team immediately appealed the decision, but on March 7, 2025, the Supreme Court upheld the ruling, sealing his fate.

The court’s justification for the verdict was that Jackson, after overpowering his attacker, had the option to escape instead of delivering the fatal blow. This ruling has sparked national and international criticism, with many questioning the application of self-defense laws in Nigeria.

Public Outrage and Calls for Justice The Supreme Court’s verdict has been met with widespread condemnation, particularly from human rights activists, legal experts, and rural communities who have long struggled with attacks by armed herdsmen.

Many believe that Jackson’s conviction highlights biases in the legal system, where victims are often punished more severely than their attackers.

Prominent human rights lawyer Delvin Ogebe expressed deep disappointment in the ruling, stating: “THE JUSTICE SYSTEM HAS FAILED A MAN WHO ACTED PURELY TO SAVE HIS OWN LIFE. THIS DECISION SENDS A DANGEROUS MESSAGE THAT VICTIMS OF VIOLENT ATTACKS HAVE NO RIGHT TO DEFEND THEMSELVES.”

On social media, Nigerians have expressed outrage, with many using hashtags like #JusticeForSundayJackson to demand a review of the case.

Critics argue that Fulani herdsmen have been responsible for countless killings, yet justice is rarely served when the victims are innocent farmers defending their land and lives.

Self-Defense in Nigerian Law:

A Legal Dilemma In most countries, self-defense laws allow individuals to use reasonable force to protect their lives, especially when faced with an immediate and life-threatening attack.

However, the interpretation of self-defense laws in Nigeria remains unclear, particularly in cases where the victim fights back with lethal force. Many legal experts argue that Jackson’s case exposes flaws in the justice system, particularly the assumption that he could have escaped after disarming his attacker.

How realistic is it for a severely injured farmer to run away from a deadly confrontation? Critics say the ruling fails to account for the realities of violent attacks in rural Nigeria, where victims often have no access to law enforcement or immediate help.

What’s Next? Can Jackson Be Saved?

Now that the Supreme Court has ruled, Jackson’s only remaining hope lies in: Presidential clemency from President Bola Tinubu Intervention by human rights organizations such as Amnesty International Legal reviews and possible retrial based on new evidence His legal team is expected to file a petition for clemency, arguing that his actions were a necessary act of survival rather than premeditated murder.

If successful, Jackson could have his sentence commuted to life imprisonment or even overturned.

A Cry for Justice

The case of Sunday Jackson serves as a wake-up call for Nigeria’s legal system. It highlights the plight of rural farmers, the flaws in self-defense laws, and the urgent need for reforms that ensure justice is applied fairly. As Nigeria debates the implications of this ruling, one question remains: Should a man be sentenced to death for defending his life? –

Imo Ezes Warn Unlicensed Native Doctors, Decry Child Trafficking

 The Imo State Police Command has warned unlicensed and “mischievous” native doctors operating in the state to vacate or be ready to face the wrath of the law.

This followed a communiqué issued at the end of an extraor­dinary meeting of traditional rulers in the state, led by Eze Emmanuel Okeke, wherein the monarch mandated all existing native doctors and traditional­ists in the state to come forward for verification and registra­tion.

The command’s spokesman, DSP Henry Okoye, stated this during a quarterly meeting be­tween the police and civil soci­ety organizations in the state, organized by Cleen Foundation, held at the Command’s head­quarters in Owerri over the weekend.

Okoye said the command has, in the past few years, ar­rested over 10 native doctors linked to various crimes, in­cluding kidnapping, ritual kill­ings, armed robbery, and other related offenses. Most of them were arraigned at the conclu­sion of investigations regarding their involvement in the crimes committed.

He said, “Given the recent spate of crimes involving these mischievous native doctors, the Command is warning all those practicing charms or aiding and abetting crimes in the state to vacate immediately.

“We are going to make sure they don’t feel comfortable stay­ing here or conducting their illicit businesses in Imo State. As a Command, we are going to clamp down on them and ensure they face the law accordingly.”

The Imo Police spokesman also expressed concern over the prevalence of child trafficking in the state and urged parents and guardians to be more vig­ilant about the movement and safety of their children.

He disclosed that the Com­mand has arrested over ten child traffickers and rescued eight stolen children, adding, “While the children have been reunited with their families, the suspects have been charged to court and are currently cooling their heels at the Nigeria Cor­rectional Service, Owerri.”

Also, speaking on allegations of the command’s personnel be­ing involved in extortion and other forms of professional mis­conduct, Okoye said, “We have strengthened our disciplinary mechanism to ensure that once these officers are identified, they will face the necessary sanctions.”

Nigerian troops eliminate 82 terrorists, nab 198 others – DHQ

 DHQ said rescued 93 kidnapped hostages and recovered 152 assorted arms and ammunition as well as five magazines.

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The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says troops have in the last one week eliminated a total of 82 terrorists, nabbed 198 others and rescued 93 kidnapped hostages.

The Director of Defence Media Operations, Markus Kangye, a major general, made this known while giving an update on the operations of the military on Friday in Abuja.

Mr Kangye said the troops also recovered 152 assorted arms and ammunition as well as five magazines among others.

He said troops recovered 86 and 2,040 assorted weapons and ammunition comprising 46 AK47 rifles, 18 locally fabricated guns, 19 dane guns, three pump action guns, 1,165 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, and 128 rounds of 7.62mm NATO.

He added that troops also recovered 600 rounds of 7.62 x 12.7mm ammo, 51 cartridges as well as other three assorted arms and 96 assorted ammunitions.

Mr Kangye said the troops apprehended 22 perpetrators of oil theft in the South-south region and foiled oil theft estimated to the tune of about N587 million.

According to him, the breakdown includes: 366,530 litres of stolen crude oil, 117,320 litres of illegally refined AGO and 600 litres of DPK.

“Additionally, troops discovered and destroyed 38 crude oil cooking ovens, 27 dugout pits, 22 boats, teo speedboats, 60 storage tanks, 34 drums and 32 illegal refining sites.

“Other items recovered include three pumping machines, one tricycles, three motorcycles, five mobile phones and two vehicles among others,” he said.

The defence spokesperson said the troops of Operation HADIN KAI recorded the surrender of 41 terrorists comprising 10 adult males, 12 adult females and 19 children within the North-east theatre of operation.

He said the terrorists surrendered with one PKT gun, one AK 47 Rifle with two magazines, one AK 101 Rifle with two magazines, 135 rounds of 7.62 x 54mm ammo, 59 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammo and 28 rounds of 5.56mm ammo.

According to him, gallant men and women of the armed forces will continue to carry out constitutional responsibilities of protecting lives and properties of all Nigerians in line with our constitutional roles.

Man detained for stabbing Uber driver, stealing car

The Police Command in Lagos State has detained a suspect accused of stabbing an Uber driver and dispossessing him of his car.

The command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the incident to newsmen on Monday in Lagos.

Hundeyin said that the incident happened on Saturday at 7.34pm, at Ile-Zik in the Agege area of the state.

“An Uber driver reported at Isokoko Division that the suspect boarded his Toyota Camry at Nitel by Old Abeokuta Motor Road, Agege, to Marriott Hotel, GRA, Ikeja.

“On getting to Ile-Zik along the way, the suspect brought out a sharp knife, stabbed him all over his body and stole his vehicle, ” he said.

Hundeyin said that based on the report, a team of policemen later trailed the vehicle to Oshodi where the suspect was intercepted.

“He was immediately apprehended and the vehicle was recovered from him to the station, ” he said.

3m Nigerians in Northwest suffer drug addiction — NDLEA

 The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has revealed that approximately three million people in the North-West geopolitical zone are struggling with drug addiction.

Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NDLEA, disclosed this on Monday during the flag-off ceremony of the North-West geopolitical zone campaign against illicit drug use in Kaduna.

The NDLEA boss said the sensitisation campaign, themed “Stop Drug Abuse and Domestic Violence in Our Communities,” reflects the commitment to building a society free from the devastating consequences of substance abuse.

The sensitisation programme was facilitated by the Speaker of the House of Representatives and organised by the National Orientation Agency in collaboration with the NDLEA.

“We are facing a major public health crisis. The 2018 National Drug Use Survey conducted by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime revealed an alarming reality: 14.3 million Nigerians aged 15 – 64 use psychoactive substances,” Marwa said.

He noted that the North-West zone, comprising seven states— Kaduna, Katsina, Kano, Jigawa, Kebbi, Zamfara, and Sokoto — has been severely affected by drug abuse, with Kano recording the highest prevalence rate at 16%.

“A closer look at the North-West geopolitical zone presents an even more concerning picture. With an estimated population of 25 million in 2016, this zone remains the most populous in Nigeria. The survey estimated that 12% of the region’s population — approximately three million people — are drug users,” Marwa said.

The NDLEA boss emphasised the need for collective action to combat drug abuse, calling on state governments, lawmakers, local authorities, and private stakeholders to partner with the agency to find lasting solutions.

“The success of this campaign requires the support of everyone. Parents, community leaders, traditional rulers, pastors, and imams must strengthen their resolve to prevent drug abuse, support those affected by it, and ensure that drug traffickers face the full force of the law,” he said.

Marwa also disclosed that the NDLEA has established 30 counselling and rehabilitation centres nationwide, providing psychosocial interventions, medical care, referrals, and social reintegration for recovering drug users.

“A total of 22,047 persons have been counselled, treated, and rehabilitated through these facilities in the past four years,” Marwa added.

He commended the National Orientation Agency (NOA) for organising the event and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, for facilitating the initiative.

Marwa also called on governors in the North-West zone to build at least three rehabilitation centres in their states, with one in each senatorial district.

“We urge state governments, lawmakers, local authorities, and private stakeholders to partner with us to find long-term solutions. A few states have already provided land for barracks and other logistical support for NDLEA commands, and we encourage others to do the same,” he said.

“We have established an Alternative Development Unit in my office to collaborate with stakeholders on providing alternative sources of income. The UNODC has commended us as the first in Africa to implement this initiative,” Marwa added.

Marwa urged all stakeholders to sustain the momentum beyond the flag-off ceremony, stressing the need for collective effort, determination, and the right policies to combat drug abuse.

“Let us reinforce our commitment to a drug-free Nigeria, one community at a time. With collective effort, determination, and the right policies, we can defeat the scourge of drug abuse and build a healthier, safer, and more prosperous nation,” the NDLEA boss said.

Speaking earlier, the Director-General of the National Orientation Agency, Lanre Issa-Onilu, launched a four-month campaign against drug abuse and violent crimes in the zone, stressing the need for collective action against the growing menace.

Issa-Onilu cited statistics from the UNODC and the United States’ National Institute on Drug Abuse, which highlight the urgent need for intervention.

“Drug abuse is not just a national challenge; it is a crisis that threatens the very fabric of our society. Research has shown a direct link between drug abuse and violent crimes, including armed robbery, kidnapping, terrorism, domestic violence, and sexual assault.

“We must act decisively to break the cycle of addiction and crime. We must mobilise our communities, especially our youth, to resist and reject drug culture and criminal activities,” he said.

The NOA boss commended the efforts of the NDLEA and called for increased collaboration between stakeholders to dismantle criminal networks.

“We must work together to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse, mobilise our communities to take action, and advocate for the rehabilitation and reintegration of those affected by addiction and crime,” he said.

The campaign, a collaborative effort between NOA and stakeholders at federal, state, and local levels, aims to create a safer and more prosperous North-West zone.

“We urge all stakeholders to join hands with us to make this campaign a success. Together, we can achieve a safer, drug-free North-West zone,” he said.

The flag-off ceremony was attended by dignitaries, including the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, who convened the programme, as well as traditional and religious leaders, community elders, youth groups, and civil society organisations.

2 in 10 children in Bauchi suffer from malnutrition UNICEF

Bauchi State has the highest prevalence of child malnutrition with approximately 54,000 cases, according to Dr Nuzhat Rafique, Chief of Field Office for UNICEF in Bauchi.

She revealed this during an advocacy meeting held in Jos, Plateau State, aimed at engaging Bauchi local government chairmen on increasing funding for nutrition and child welfare.

Dr Rafique expressed concern over the alarming malnutrition rates at the local level, particularly in primary healthcare facilities.

“In Bauchi alone, around 54,000 children are malnourished. Three out of 10 suffer from severe malnutrition, while six out of 10 are moderately malnourished. These moderately malnourished children are at risk of becoming severely malnourished at any time,” she said.

She also highlighted that 13 out of LGAs in Bauchi have children who have never received a single vaccine dose.

Dr Rafique commended the leadership of Bauchi State, including Governor Bala Mohammed, commissioners, LGA chairmen and health directors for their efforts. However, she emphasized that community behaviors and practices play a crucial role in addressing malnutrition.

Speaking at the event, Mahmoud Babamaji, Chairman of Bauchi Local Government and the Bauchi State branch of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), acknowledged the challenges of achieving full vaccination coverage in local communities.

Police Arrest Imposter, Foil Kidnap Attempt

 Becky Uba Umenyili

Operatives of  Ogun State Police have  arrested a 52-year-old man, identified as Harry Collins, for impersonating as a police officer while dressed in a full police uniform with a sergeant rank.

The suspect was arrested recently at the popular Long bridge in Ogun state while pretending to be on duty by a group of police officers from the state command who accosted him and took him to the stations for interrogations.

During the interrogations, Mr. Collins was unable to provide a satisfactory explanation for his impersonation which raised further suspicion about his activities.

While still investigating his case, the Ogun State Police Command has called on the public to be vigilant and report any suspicious individuals posing as police officers

In similar development, the Command foiled a kidnap attempt along the Warewa axis of the long bridge recently when a group of  armed men intercepted a commercial vehicle heading towards Lagos.

The assailants robbed the passengers at gunpoint and brutally assaulted the driver to the point of unconsciousness when he opened the rear door to escape.

An alarm was  raised which attracted the Anti-Kidnap Team that was on patrol.

Upon arrival, the police operatives engaged the criminals in a gun duel  injured four of the armed men while others escaped with gunshot wounds into the surrounding forest.

Some of the stolen items were recovered while the Command urged members of the public, especially medical practitioners, to report any individuals seeking treatment for gunshot wounds.

Meanwhile, tragedy struck recently when a young man, (name withheld)drowned in a water well  while searching  for his phone which fell into the well.

Commenting on the unfortunate incident, the Ogun State Police Command reported that the tragic incident occurred in Oja-Odan area in the state, when the victim ignored warning from  residents who tried to prevent him from entering the well but  he insisted on retrieving the phone.

The deceased body was recovered but since no suspicious sign of violence was found on it, the police released the body to the family for burial rites, while urging the public to exercise caution when dealing with such hazardous situations.

Nigerian Policemen Allegedly 'Kidnap', Extort N470,000 From Youths At Gunpoint In Abuja

 They explained that they were stopped on January 8, 2025, around Kurudu area, after Army Estate in the nation’s capital by the policemen

Two siblings have recounted how officers of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) police command abducted them and extorted N470,000 at gunpoint.

They explained that they were stopped on January 8, 2025, around Kurudu area, after Army Estate in the nation’s capital by the policemen.

The two brothers said they were forced into a Toyota Corolla car in gold colour and driven round the city by the policemen who claimed to be from 10/Zone 6 division.

They added that they were treated like criminals during the "abduction" and forced to transfer money to an OPAY account, 6114428320 owned by Sani Musa Enterprises.

One of them who spoke with SaharaReporters said, “My brother and I were last Wednesday extorted by the police. They collected N470,000 from us. We were driving towards Kurudu, after the Army estate.

“They asked us to come down from our car took us into theirs that was tinted. They equally checked our phones and found nothing incriminating. They were fully armed and started beating us.

“They said we are internet fraudsters, yet they checked our phones and found nothing. Then they took us away in their car, the car was fully tinted and asked me to transfer everything we have in our accounts to an OPAY account, 6114428320 owned by Sani Musa Enterprises.”

“After we made the transfer, they dropped us under Zone 2 bridge, they used a gold colour Toyota Corolla, fully tinted and removed their badges from their uniforms. They told us that that they are from Arrea 10/Zone 6 Division.”

Nigerian Army Lieutenant Allegedly Flogs, Brutalizes Lance Corporal At 93 Battalion In Taraba For Lateness

 A Nigerian soldier, Lance Corporal Samuel P., has reportedly been subjected to severe mistreatment by a senior officer at the Nigerian Army's 93 Battalion in Taraba State.

The incident reportedly occurred on the morning of January 12, 2025, around 8:10 am, during preparations for the Armed Forces Remembrance Day parade in Jalingo.

According to SaharaReporters, it was gathered that LCpl Samuel P. arrived late for the mustering, prompting his reprimand by Lt. B. Mohammed.

Eyewitnesses allege that the officer ordered the soldier to perform "forward rolls" as punishment before taking a stick from Sgt. Steven and flogging the soldier.

The incident has sparked widespread outrage among soldiers in the battalion, many of whom have expressed concerns over the increasing trend of maltreatment of lower-ranking personnel.

Sources claim that such acts of abuse have become alarmingly frequent, undermining morale and discipline within the military ranks.

In a photograph obtained by SaharaReporters on Friday, the soldier’s leg was seen bandaged and stained with blood, further corroborating reports of the incident.

This alleged act of brutality has raised questions about the treatment of soldiers, ratings, and airmen within the Nigerian armed forces.

A military source who shared a video of one of the personnel allegedly brutalised by Ekah with SaharaReporters, said the 18 personnel were flogged for arriving late to parade mustering on Saturday, January 18, 2025.

On Tuesday, January 21, 2025, SaharaReporters reported that KA Uzorh, one of the Ordinary Seamen reportedly tortured and brutalized by Lieutenant Commander Ekah, the Regulating Officer (RO) of the Nigerian Navy Ship BEECROFT, as previously reported by SaharaReporters, had been hospitalised.

Sources informed SaharaReporters that Uzorh sustained injuries during the assault, which have significantly impacted his physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

Thai Lady Arrested with Boxes of Illicit Drug at Lagos Airport

 Michael Olugbode in Abuja

Attempt by a 24-year-old Thai lady, Ms. Pattaphi Wimonnat, to smuggle 43 parcels of Canadian Loud, a synthetic strain of cannabis, weighing 46.6 kilogrammes into Nigeria through the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, has been thwarted by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).

She was arrested after the illicit consignment was discovered in her boxes.

According to a statement issued yesterday by the spokesman of the anti-narcotics agency, Femi Babafemi, the suspect who confessed to being a hired drug trafficker was arrested last Thursday during the inward clearance of passengers on Qatar Airways flight from Thailand via Doha, Qatar at the arrival hall, Terminal 2 of the Lagos airport.

She was said to have stated that the drug cartel, which recruited her promised to pay her $3,000 upon successful delivery of the illicit drug consignment in Nigeria.

Babafemi said another bid by a drug trafficking syndicate to ship 68 parcels of Ghanaian Loud with a total weight of 42.2 kilogrammes concealed in walls of crated cartons to London, UK, through the export shed of the Lagos airport was also frustrated by NDLEA officers last Friday with three suspects: a freight agent and two dispatch riders, initially arrested in connection with the seizure before the mastermind of the shipment, Samuel Bitris, was swiftly traced to his Exodus Estate, Ajah, Lagos home where he was arrested.

At the Port Harcourt Port Complex, Onne, Rivers state, NDLEA officers last Thursday intercepted 49 cartons containing 49,000 pills of tamol, a brand of tramadol 225mg in a 40 feet container during a joint examination of the shipment with men of Customs Service and other security agencies.

In Nasarawa state, NDLEA operatives on Saturday arrested two suspects: Bello Adamu, 40, and Pius Azuka, 42 at Kokona/Keffi with 517 kilogrammes of skunk, while two other suspects: Usman Ruwa, 43, and Yunusa Haruna, 45, were nabbed in a Toyota Corolla car conveying 62.7 kilogrammes of skunk along Sabon Asibiti road Kontagora, Niger state last Thursday.

He said with the same vigour, commands and formations of the agency across the country continued their War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) sensitisation activities to schools, worship centres, work places and communities among others in the past week.

Meanwhile, the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (rtd), while commending the officers and men of MMIA, PHPC, Niger, and Nasarawa commands of the agency for the arrests and seizures, stated that their operational successes and those of their compatriots across the country especially their balanced approach to drug supply reduction and drug demand reduction efforts are well appreciated.

Five Dead, Four Injured as Farmers, Produce Thieves Clash in Edo

 The Edo Police Command at the weekend confirmed the death of five persons in a clash between cocoa farmers and some alleged produce thieves in the agrarian community of Gbelemotin in Ovia South-West Local Government Area of Edo State.

Also in the clash, four persons were said to have sustained serious injuries.

The clash, which started last Thursday night escalated on Friday morning as those believed to be sympathetic to the victims of the Thursday night fight, mobilised and launched a counter attack on Friday morning.

When contacted on the matter, the Edo State Police Command Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Moses Yamu, said five persons were confirmed dead while four others were seriously injured in the clash.

In a text message sent out yesterday, Yamu said: “Five persons were confirmed dead while four others were injured in a clash between Gbelemoti community and Maidoti community.

“Joint operation with the army, vigilantes, and other agencies is ongoing as the situation has been brought under control.

“Investigation into the cause of the clash has equally commenced.”

According to an eyewitness, the agrarian community witnessed a heavy clash between cocoa farmers in the locality and some thieves believed to be hoodlums in the locality.

Narrating the incident, a competent source in the locality who pleaded anonymity, disclosed that the crisis started on last Thursday when an Ikale cocoa farmer hired some vigilantes to guard his cocoa farm which has been under heavy poaching by some suspected ‘bad boys’ in the area.

“The vigilantes were said to have killed four of the produce thieves. There was a counter attack by Friday morning carried out by some boys sympathetic to the four allegedly killed by the vigilantes.

“There was fighting last Friday in my zone and many were feared killed. A vigilante sponsored by cocoa farmers allegedly killed four boys two nights ago.

“The boys were accused of stealing produce belonging to the farmers. The boys are from Kolombor (Gbelemotin).

“On Friday morning, there was a counter attack and some people were also killed and houses burnt. The number of casualties on the other side is not yet known.

“Soldiers and other security officers were there yesterday removed some bodies but there are still many bodies in the bushes.

“The cocoa these boys were stealing belong to the Yoruba farmers in the area at Madotti Camp. The Yoruba people must have suffered some collateral loses,” the source stated.