The son of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Lt-Col. Adeoye Obasanjo who is commanding a platoon in the ongoing counter-terrorism operations in the troubled north east has been reportedly been shot in the battle for Mubi, Adamawa State alongside few other soldiers.
Lt-Col Obasanjo, an army engineer was reported hit by bullet during exchange of fire with Boko Haram terrorists while on their way to liberate Michika following sustained hours of aerial bombardment.
A highly placed military source confirmed the incident, saying “his injuries are not life threatening. He is currently receiving treatment”.
“I can confirm the incident is true. He is a committed military officer on duty”.
