By Eme Offiong, Calabar
The governor of Delta State in southern Nigeria, Mr. Sheriff Oborevwori has condemned, in very strong terms, the unprovoked killing of officers and soldiers attached to 63 Brigade at Okuama community, Ughelli South Local Government Area of the state.
Governor Oborevwori also condoled with the military and the families of the slain officers and soldiers.
According to a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the governor said: “The Government of Delta State is gravely disturbed by the violence and unprovoked killing of the officers and soldiers, which is alien to the culture of Deltans.”
His words: “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.”
Continuing, the governor stated, “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.”
It further stated that the governor urged all residents to remain law abiding and uphold confidence in the capacity of government to enhance security of lives and properties.
“Meanwhile, all citizens and residents of the state are enjoined to remain law abiding; the state government shall continue to take all measures to protect lives and propert Cy in Delta State.”
