Rear Admiral commits suicide at his residence In Lagos

Chidi Samuel || Another high profile case of suicide occurred in Lagos early Wednesday with a Naval officer allegedly taking his life at his home in Lagos.

The victim, Rear Admiral Teikumo Daniel Ikoli is believed to have shot himself at his residence in the Apapa area of Lagos.

A statement from the Headquarters of the Western Naval Command, explains that gunshots were heard near his house and when his room was opened, the Naval officer was found dead.

 

The statement did not, however, explain what could have led to the alleged suicide but said that the police have been invited and investigations have commenced into the incident.

Rear Admiral was a member of the committee on arms deal and until now, and the Fleet Commander, Western Naval Command.

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