The Defence Headquarters has released a situation report on the alleged attack and killing of troops on peace mission by Okuama Community, in Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta state.
The report was contained in a statement endorsed by Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, the Acting Director, Defence Information on Saturday, in Abuja.
DHQ explained in the report that the troops of 181 Amphibious Batallion, Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta State while on peace mission to Okuama 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 Government.
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.
