The late rear admiral, Daniel Ikoli, the Fleet Commander, Western Naval Command, Lagos, who was found dead at his Apapa residence on April 5, did not kill himself, contrary to some reports.
According to authoritative sources at the command, Mr. Ikoli may have been assassinated as he had no cause to kill himself.
“Ikoli has been penciled down by the President as the next Chief of Naval Staff; he recently earned a special promotion to his present rank from Commodore.
“He was on the panel probing arms deal which also affects the Armed Forces, including the Navy.