Immigration Officer Accidentally Shoots Himself While Trying To Disperse Crowd Of Nationwide Protesters In Maiduguri

An immigration officer has accidentally shot himself while attempting to manage protest in Maiduguri, Borno State state capital on Thursday

The officer, whose identity has not been released, experienced the tragic incident when was part of a joint security team comprising police, military, immigration, DSS, and civil defense forces deployed to manage protests in the state

He was stationed at the Bulumkutu rail junction, monitoring the protesters, when his rifle accidentally discharged, injuring him in the leg.

The protest was aimed at expressing dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of the Boko Haram insurgency, economic challenges, hunger, and the removal of fuel subsidies. Security forces were present to control the situation at the junction.

This incident has raised concerns about the training and safety protocols for security personnel in the state. With recent tensions escalating, there are calls for enhanced security measures.

Although civil society groups had initially vowed not to join the Borno protest, this event could influence the dynamics and possibly lead to a de-escalation of tensions.

The officer has been taken to a local hospital, and his current condition is not yet known.