Military High Command investigates purported viral video of Naval Rating alleging torture by Rear Admiral.

Against the backdrop of the viral video posted by a Nigerian Navy Rating, a Seaman alleging that his Boss, who is the Chief of Policy and Plans at Naval headquarters, Rear Admiral Ifeola Mohammed had tortured and treated him like a slave, the Armed Forces High Command has began investigation into the accusation.

A statement in this regard, signed by the Coordinator, Defence Media Operations, Major General John Enenche said, “The attention of the Nigerian Military has been drawn to a video trending in some quarters alleging maltreatment of one Seaman Haruna Goshit (a naval rating) by a senior naval officer.

“In the viral video, the said naval rating stated how he was unjustly maltreated by a superior senior naval officer.

“However, in line with global best practices, the Military High Command has commenced investigation on the viral video with a view to unraveling the true state of affairs.

“The general public is hereby notified that the outcome of the investigation will be made known when concluded.

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