Nigeria: Army Probes Alleged Child Abuse in Kontagora Cantonment

The Nigerian Army Training Centre (NATRAC) has commenced investigation into an alleged case of child abuse reported on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, at the Kontagora Military Cantonment.

A statement by the Assistant Director, Army Public Relations Nigerian Army Training Centre, Major Godfrey Abakpa said a neighbouring soldier reportedly heard the distress cries of a child emanating from an adjoining apartment and alerted the authorities.

He said the soldier upon gaining access to the residence,…