President Bola Tinubu has declared that the perpetrators behind the killings of Nigerian Army personnel in Delta State will face justice.
The incident, which resulted in the death of at least 16 soldiers, occurred during a peace mission aimed at quelling clashes between communities in the region.
Brigadier General Tukur Gusau confirmed that troops from the 181 Amphibious Battalion, deployed in the Bomadi region, were attacked while on a peace-keeping mission in Okuoma community. The Joint Task Force, under the supervision of Major General Jamal Abdussalam, recovered the bodies of fifteen soldiers.
In response to the tragic event, Tinubu stated, “The cowardly offenders responsible for this heinous crime will not go unpunished.” He granted full authority to the Defence Headquarters and Chief of Defence Staff to ensure justice is served.
Tinubu extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the fallen soldiers and acknowledged the sacrifices made by servicemen and women to keep the nation safe. He affirmed that any attack on the armed forces is an attack on the nation itself.
He hailed the bravery and patriotism of the fallen soldiers, asserting that they have become part of the nation’s history of selfless service. Tinubu reiterated his government’s commitment to achieving peace and security across Nigeria.
As the nation mourns the loss of its heroes, Tinubu concluded, “May God continue to bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria and keep the members of our armed forces safe.”
