This image depicts a formation of approximately 10-15 uniformed men, identified as personnel from a Nigerian security or paramilitary force, assembled outdoors under a clear blue sky, presumably in Kaduna, Nigeria

This image depicts a formation of approximately 10-15 uniformed men, identified as personnel from a Nigerian security or paramilitary force, assembled outdoors under a clear blue sky, presumably in Kaduna, Nigeria. The central figure, a young Black male, stands smiling directly at the camera, holding a G3-style rifle vertically with its buttstock resting on the dry, reddish-brown ground. The rifle's buttstock is marked with '108 72' in white stenciling. He is attired in a brown uniform consisting of a tunic with gold shoulder epaulets, a green tie displaying a visible crest, brown trousers with a yellow vertical stripe, black shoes, a green belt, and a dark green peaked cap adorned with a prominent green and yellow feather plume. White gloves cover both of his hands. Surrounding him are other uniformed individuals, similarly dressed in brown uniforms, green belts, and caps with plumes. Some are also holding rifles. To the immediate left, a soldier holds a rifle diagonally across his body, wearing white gloves. To the right, another smiling soldier is partially visible. The background includes light-colored buildings; one with a dark green tiled roof is visible on the left, and another with a corrugated metal roof is further to the right. Distinct shadows are cast on the ground from the individuals, indicating bright sunlight.