Army to Identify, Arrest Perpetrators, Govt Officials Behind Killings in Adamawa, Benue, Taraba

By Paul Obi in Abuja

Following the increasing spate of killings in Adamawa, Benue and Taraba States, the Nigerian Army yesterday said it would soon identify and arrest perpetuators of such heinous crimes, including government functionaries sponsoring such killings. 

The Director of Army Public Relations, Brig Gen Texas Chukwu, said in Abuja that the commanders controlling military troops in Adamawa, Benue and Taraba States have also been tasked to take action against the killings or be court martial. 

Chukwu said: “The attention of the Nigerian Army has been drawn to the continued disturbing, senseless killings and wanton destruction of properties in Adamawa, Benue and  Taraba States. 

“In view of this, we strongly warn the perpetrators of these crimes to desist forthwith. 

“The Nigerian Army in conjunction with sister services and other security agencies are working assiduously to identify and arrest all those involved regardless of their disposition in the society including government functionaries.” 

He stated that “we would like to unequivocally reiterate that the Army Headquarters warns the arsonists and the killers to stop or face decisive action by troops.  

“Our Rules of Engagement (ROE) is clear on arson and murder, therefore, no such criminal acts would be allowed in any of the aforementioned states. 

“The public are please reminded that when troops are called out for internal security operations, they are not to joke or persuade anyone. 

“We have warned our commanders on the ground to take decisive  actions or face court martial,” Chukwu added.   

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