Hunter accidentally k!lls CJTF member in Borno

A member of the Hunters RRS in Gamboru, Ngala Local Government Area, accidentally shot and k!lled a Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) operative in Gamboru, Borno State.

It was gathered that Shemi Babagana, 28, a member of Hunters RRS, reported that at about 2:20 p.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2025, he accidentally shot Modu Hunters, 26, a CJTF member attached to Sector 10 Maiduguri, with his pump-action gun. 

According to security analyst, Zagazola Makama, the incident occurred adjacent to Gamboru Motor Park. 

The scene was visited and photographed. The victim was evacuated to Primary Health Care Centre Gamboru for treatment but was certified dead on arrival by the medical officer. 

The suspect was arrested, and the gun was recovered as an exhibit. 

The corpse was photographed and later released to relatives for burial according to Islamic rites.

The case file, suspect, and exhibit have been handed over to CID Maiduguri for discreet investigation and diligent prosecution.