Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has strongly denounced the recent attack on officers and soldiers attached to the 63 Brigade, occurring in the Okuama community of Ughelli South Local Government Area.
The governor expressed his deep condolences to the military and the families of the deceased servicemen, emphasizing that such violence goes against the core values of the state.
In a statement relayed by his chief press secretary, Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori labeled the attack as alien to the culture of Deltans, highlighting the state government’s commitment to promoting peace and security through initiatives like the MORE agenda.
He assured that every effort would be made to identify and prosecute those responsible for the heinous act.
The statement read, “The government of Delta State is gravely disturbed by the violence and unprovoked killing of the officers and soldiers, which he described as alien to the culture of Deltans.
“This incident is despicable and not in sync with the culture and tradition of Deltans. It runs contrary to the values and path of peace that the State Government is promoting as I have always emphasized in our MORE agenda to enhance peace and security.
“On behalf of the Government and good people of Delta State, I wish to condole, in particular, the families of the killed gallant officers and soldiers, the Nigerian Army and the Armed Forces of Nigeria in general, over this sad occurrence.
“The State Government shall take all measures necessary to fish out all those behind this dastardly act and ensure they are made to face the full wrath of the law.
“Delta State is governed within the tenets of the rule of law and human decency. Acts such as this incident cannot and will not be tolerated.
“All citizens and residents of the state are enjoined to remain law- abiding and the State Government shall continue to take all measures to protect lives and property in Delta State,” the statement concluded.
Meanwhile, the military has initiated investigations into the incident, aiming to uncover the circumstances surrounding the killing of its personnel in Delta State.
