Taoreed Lagbaja, chief of army staff, has directed an
investigation of soldiers allegedly involved in torturing Achimugu Etubi, a
hotel manager, to death in Abia.
Some personnel of the Nigerian Army were said to have
tortured Etubi to death in the south-east state after Emmanuel Onyemereche, an
air force cadet, reportedly drowned in the hotel’s swimming pool.
In a statement issued on Sunday, Onyema Nwachukwu, director
of public relations, said the army is “deeply concerned by the alleged
unprofessional conduct” of its personnel in the “tragic death” of a hotel
manager.
Nwachukwu, a major general, said Lagbaja has “promptly”
ordered a “comprehensive investigation to ascertain the facts and bring to book
anyone found culpable”.
“The NA extends its
heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased Manager Mr Achimugu James
Etubi and the Nigerian Air Force Officer Cadet Emmanuel Chidiebere Onyemereche
and assures the public that every effort will be made to ensure that justice is
served,” the statement reads.
“The Army is committed to upholding the highest standards of
professionalism and discipline, and therefore any personnel found culpable of
wrongdoing will face appropriate legal sanctions.
“Furthermore, the NA reaffirms its unwavering dedication to
safeguarding the security of all citizens. We remain steadfast in our mission
to promote lasting peace and security throughout Nigeria.”
Nwachukwu said the army is “resolute in its pursuit of truth
and justice, and we will keep the public informed at the conclusion of the
investigation”.
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