A resident of the area, who also confirmed the incident, identified one of the deceased soldiers as Yusuf Kabir. The resident added that the incident had heightened tension in the community.

As of the time of this report, neither the Niger state government nor military authorities had issued an official statement on the incident.

Source: Legit

Reacting to the tragedy, the Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, expressed profound grief and extended his condolences to Senator Baba Tela and his family.

Mohammed described the incident as heartbreaking and a painful loss not only to the Tela family but also to the people of Bauchi State, noting that no words could adequately console the bereaved family.

The governor prayed for Almighty Allah to forgive the shortcomings of the deceased, grant them eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus, and bless their family with the strength and patience to endure the painful loss.

According to the statement, the funeral prayer for Mustapha and Ummi is scheduled to be held at the Emir’s Palace in Bauchi on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.

Source: Naija News

Applicants for officer positions are expected to possess relevant university degrees or Higher National Diplomas from recognised institutions. Those applying for marshal inspectorate and road marshal assistant roles must also meet the educational and professional requirements attached to each position.

FRSC added that artisans, drivers and riders with relevant qualifications and work experience are eligible to apply under the road marshal assistant category.

According to the agency, applicants must be Nigerians by birth, medically fit and computer literate. A valid National Driver’s Licence will serve as an added advantage during the recruitment process.

Candidates are also required to present a medical fitness certificate issued by a government-approved hospital. Applicants for specialised positions must possess relevant professional licences where applicable.

The corps stated that male applicants must have a minimum height of 1.65 metres, while female candidates must be at least 1.58 metres tall. It also said applicants must have good character, be free from financial embarrassment and must not have any criminal record.

Interested Nigerians have been directed to complete their applications through the official FRSC recruitment portal. The agency said the application window will remain open for four weeks from Friday, July 3, 2026.

FRSC also reminded applicants that the entire recruitment process is free of charge and warned members of the public against paying money to individuals claiming to offer employment assistance. For enquiries, prospective candidates were advised to use the agency’s official support channels, including its designated helpline, 122.