The authority of 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 in Niger State. Major Godfrey Anebi Abakpa, Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Nigerian Army Training Centre, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, March 5. According to Abakpa, the incident came to light after a neighbouring soldier reportedly heard the distress cries of a child emanating from an adjoining apartment. “Upon gaining access to the residence, he allegedly discovered a 7-year-old girl being physically assaulted by two sisters who are identified as relatives and custodians of the child,” the statement read. "Preliminary findings indicate that the child was allege...