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DHQ reacts to killing of commanding officer, 15 others in Delta community

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By Linus Aleke, Abuja

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), on Saturday, reacted to the killing of a Commanding officer, two Majors, one Captain and 12 Soldiers.

To this end, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, ordered the immediate investigation and arrest of those involved in the heinous crime.

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Acting Director, Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, in a statement said: “The troops of 181 Amphibious Batallion, Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta State While 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. 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 Commanding officer, two Majors, one Captain and 12 Soldiers. The Chief of Defence Staff ( CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa has has directed the immediate investigation and arrest of those involved in the heinous crime. The occurrence has been reported to the Delta State Govt”.

General Gusau assured that the military will 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”, he said.

The spokesperson of the military promised to provide further details as investigation into the ugly incident progresses.

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