Sunday, March 17, 2024 - The Nigerian Army has said 16 military personnel were killed while on a peace mission to two warring communities in Delta State.
The personnel were ambushed and killed by youths while responding to a
distress call during a communal clash between Okuama and Okoloba communities on
Thursday, March 14, 2024.
Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, Acting Director, Defence Information, who
confirmed the incident in a statement on Saturday, March 16, said the personnel
consist of a LT Col, two Majors, one Captain, and 12 soldiers.
“The troops of 181 Amphibious Batallion, Bomadi Local Government Area of
Delta State while on peace mission to OKUOMA community in BOMADI LGA of Delta
State were surrounded by some community youths and killed on Thursday, 14
March, 2024,” the statement read.
"The unfortunate incident occurred when the troops responded to a
distress call after the communal crisis between the Okuama and Okoloba
communities both in Delta State.
"The reinforcement team led by the Commanding officer was also
attacked, leading to the death of the Commanding officer, two Majors, one
Captain and 12 Soldiers.
"The Chief of Defence Staff ( CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa
has directed the immediate investigation and arrest of those involved in the
heinous crime. The occurrence has been reported to the Delta State Govt.
“However, the military remains focused and committed to its mandate of
maintaining peace and security in the country. So far, a few arrests have been
made while steps in place to unravel the motive behind the attack. Additional
details later.”
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