Army react to Report of Troops Killing of over 50 Civilians in Bunue, Says The communities Kill 10 Soldier First

Nigerian army has reacted to the alleged part of killing over-50s civilians in benue state yesterday.

Recall that Omokoshaban earlier report that over 50 civilians we are killed in two communities and houses over 200 set ablaze by the military on the 7th of April 2021.

Speaking on the alleged incident in a statement titled: “unprovoked attack on troops and stabilization operations in Benue state” signed by Brigadier General Mohammed Yerima the Director Army Public Relations on the 8th of April 2021, stated that over 10 soldiers were kidnapped earlier and killed by the villagers.

The statement read “Nigerian Army (NA) troops operating in Benue State came under attack while on routine operational task. The troops comprising one officer and ten soldiers were initially declared missing which prompted the deployment of a joint search and rescue team comprising NA troops and personnel of Operation Whirl Stroke. The search and rescue team unfortunately found all the missing troops dead in Konshisha LGA of Benue State. While the bodies of the slain troops were evacuated immediately, efforts are ongoing to track down the perpetrators of this heinous crime with a view to bringing them to Justice.

The NA under the leadership of the COAS Lt Gen Ibrahim Attahiru remains resolute in ensuring stability in Benue State as well as other parts of the country that are affected by the activities of criminal gangs. The NA remains determined to ensure that this unprovoked attack does not disrupt the general peace being enjoyed by the local inhabitants.

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The COAS has therefore directed commanders on the ground to ensure sustained efforts in order to fish out and deal decisively with these bad elements who are threatening the peace in the area.

It may be recalled that Benue State which was a hot bed for violent clashes has been enjoying relative peace following the successes achieved by the various security agencies who have been working tirelessly to safeguard law abiding citizens and ensure they go about their legitimate business without fear of harassment by criminals.

The NA appeal to the public to volunteer useful information that will lead to the arrest of the perpetrators of this dastardly act.

You are kindly requested to disseminate this information to the general public through your medium. Thank you for your usual cooperation.”

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