Delta Killings: Army Refutes Claims Of Retaliation Following Attack In Delta community

Claims that the Nigerian military, under the command of Defense Chief General Christopher Musa, launched a retaliatory attack in reaction to the recent soldier deaths in Okuama, Delta State, have been denied.

General Musa has angrily refuted reports that appear to link the military to additional acts of violence against the people.

Four commanders and 16 troops were among the casualties of the Thursday, March 14, incident in Okuama.

The people were sent to the state to mediate a peace agreement between the Okuama and Okoloba villages, who were at odds.

Recall that on Sunday, March 17, the Okuama community was completely destroyed by unidentified attackers.

The Nigerian military's spokesperson, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, stated that inquiries were being conducted to identify and capture the offenders.

He underlined the military's dedication to upholding the country's security and tranquility while confirming the detention of a few offenders.

“No reprisals by the army. We are searching for the murderers and their weapon cache,” he said.

Concurrently, the state government of Delta acknowledged the soldiers' deaths and promised to work with law enforcement to guarantee that justice is served.

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori denounced the heinous conduct and offered his sympathies to the military and the families of the dead troops.

He reaffirmed the state's commitment to protecting the law and promised to find and bring charges against the attack's perpetrators.

“The State Government shall take all measures necessary to fish out all those behind this dastardly act and ensure they are made to face the full wrath of the law,” he stated.

In his statement, the governor emphasized Delta State's dedication to fostering peace and security and urged all citizens to uphold the law while promising ongoing efforts to protect people and property throughout the state.