16 soldiers killed as communities clash in Delta
Some youths ambushed and killed 16 officers and men of the 181 Amphibious Battalion of the Nigerian Army on a peace mission to Okuoma community in the Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta on Thursday.
Those killed were the commanding officer, two majors, one captain and 12 soldiers.
Acting director, defence information, Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau, made this known on Saturday in Abuja.
He stated that the troops were ambushed and killed while responding to a distress call arising from a clash between the Okuama and Okoloba communities in Delta.
Mr Gusau stated that the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, had directed an immediate investigation and arrest of those involved in the heinous crime.
He added that the incident had been reported to the Delta state government.
“The military, however, 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 have been taken to unravel the motive behind the attack,’’ he assured.
(NAN)
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
States
Independence: NBA urges Nigerians to expect better future
The NBA said that ordinary Nigerians should be deriving benefit from the subsidy removal rather than hardship.
Agriculture
FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology
The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
Heading 5
2027: INEC assures PWDs of inclusive participation in Zamfara
The REC stressed that the right to vote belongs to every eligible citizen.
Heading 1
Ilhan Omar calls Trump ‘pedophile protection party’s president’
The Somali-born American politician insisted that her name had always been Ilhan Omar.
Heading 3
Shettima inaugurates teaching hospital, schools in BornoÂ
Mr Shettima commended Governor Babagana Zulum for establishing the hospital.
Hot news Home top
14 bandits killed as hunters repel attack in Katsina village
The commissioner stated that intelligence report revealed the movement of 26 armed bandits on 13 motorcycles.
States
Police nab man for allegedly killing retired teacher in OgunÂ
The victim was reportedly killed at her residence in Agbaakin Emere, Abeokuta, on February 27, 2026.
Health
Zamfara NMA intensifies surveillance against Ebola
He said the NMA has developed an incident action plan to create public awareness about Ebola.
