President Bola Tinubu has broken his silence on the attack in Okuama community, Delta State, which left 22 officers and men of the Nigerian Army dead.
According to the President, the soldiers were on a peace
mission, responding to a communal crisis between Okuama and Okoloba
communities.
Tinubu vowed that the culprits will be brought to book.
He said his administration will do everything possible to
maintain peace in every part of the country.
The President noted that the Defence Headquarters and Chief
of Defence Staff have been granted full authority to bring to justice anybody
found to be involved in the killing of the Army officers and soldiers.
The statement reads: “On Saturday morning, the Nigerian
people and I woke up to the dreadful news of the unprovoked killing of our
brave military personnel during a rescue mission in Okuama Community in Ughelli
South Local Government Area of Delta State.
“The incident occurred on Thursday, March 14, 2024, when our
troops, responding to a crisis between Okuama and Okoloba communities in Delta
State, were ambushed.
“A Commanding Officer, two Majors, one Captain, and twelve
soldiers sadly lost their lives. One civilian was also killed.
“As the Commander-in-Chief, I join all well-meaning
Nigerians and the men and women of our armed forces to mourn and express my
profound grief over the needless death of our gallant soldiers.
“I extend my profound condolences to the families of these
fallen soldiers, their colleagues, and their loved ones. The military high
command is already responding to this incident.
“The cowardly offenders responsible for this heinous crime
will not go unpunished. This incident, once again, demonstrates the dangers
faced by our servicemen and women in the line of duty. I salute their heroism,
courage, and uncommon grit and patriotism.
“As a nation, we must constantly remember and honour all
those who have paid the ultimate price to keep our nation safe, strong, and
united.
“The officers and men who died in Okuama community have
joined the pantheon of great men and women who gave their all, with honour, in
the service of our fatherland.
“Members of our armed forces are at the heart and core of
our nationhood. Any attack on them is a direct attack on our nation. We will
not accept this wicked act.
“The Defence Headquarters and Chief of Defence Staff have
been granted full authority to bring to justice anybody found to have been
responsible for this unconscionable crime against the Nigerian people.
“My government will not relent until we achieve peace and
tranquillity in every part of Nigeria. May God continue to bless the Federal
Republic of Nigeria and keep members of our armed forces safe.”
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