The Nigerian Army says two officers who threatened to rape
women in Delta state, and infect them with HIV, have been arrested.
In a video that went viral earlier on Friday, the officers
had threatened the people of Warri in Delta, particularly mothers, wives and
daughters, saying their planned action was in retaliation of the alleged murder
of their colleague in the state.
Some youth protesting the killing of Joseph Pessu, a Warri
resident, by a soldier enforcing the lockdown in the state, had reportedly
beaten another soldier to death.
However, in a series of tweets on Friday evening, the army
said the officers who threatened to molest women were arrested at the Ikeja
military cantonment in Lagos state on Friday.
“Soldiers in a viral video using uncouth and uncivilized
language purportedly threatening to molest women in Warri Delta State were
arrested at 9 Brigade Ikeja Military Cantonment Lagos State today 3 April 2020
and further investigation is ongoing,” one the tweets read.
“The general public should be assured that the investigations
will be swift and fair in accordance with applicable military laws. The outcome
of the investigations will determine the most appropriate disciplinary measures
that can be taken in the circumstance.
“The Nigerian Army wishes to reiterate that it would not
tolerate any form of irresponsibility and indiscipline on the part of any of
its personnel.”
Click to signup for FREE news updates, latest information and hottest gists everydayThe Nigerian Army wishes to reiterate that it would not tolerate any form of irresponsibility and indiscipline on the part of any of its personnel. 3/3— Nigerian Army (@HQNigerianArmy) April 3, 2020
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