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Military Confirms Killing Of Commanding Officer, Two Majors, One Captain, 12 Soldiers In Delta State

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March 16, 2024
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Military Confirms Killing Of Commanding Officer, Two Majors, One Captain, 12 Soldiers In Delta State
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A Commanding officer, two Majors, one Captain and 12 Soldiers of the Nigerian Army have been ambushed and killed by armed youths of Okuoma community in Bomadi Local Government of Delta State.

Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau, Acting Director, Defence Information confirmed who confirmed this in a statement on Saturday, said the military men were killed in Thursday, March 14.

He said the slain military personnel were o na peace mission to Okuoma community when they were ambushed and killed by armed youths.

All the victims were from the 181 Amphibious Battalion.

He said they were : “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.

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” 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
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.”
(vitalnewsngr.com)

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