The Nigerian Army has confirmed the identification and arrest of the two soldiers implicated in the assault on civilians in Rivers State, as seen in a widely circulated video on social media.
In a statement released by Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma Jonah, the Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations for 6 Division, the Army expressed profound disappointment over the unprofessional behavior exhibited by its personnel involved in the incident. The statement emphasized the Nigerian Army’s commitment to upholding established rules of engagement and respecting the fundamental human rights of citizens, emphasizing that any misconduct by its personnel would not be tolerated.
Major General Jamal Abdussalam, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of 6 Division and Land Component Commander of Joint Task Force, Operation DELTA SAFE in South-South Nigeria, has directed a thorough investigation into the matter. The GOC assured the public that stringent measures would be taken against those responsible, leaving no room for impunity.
The Nigerian Army urged the public to continue providing credible and timely information regarding such unprofessional conduct. The statement emphasized that the incident was an unfortunate and isolated case that would be promptly addressed
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