The Nigerian Defence Headquarters had on Thursday morning declared eight people wanted over the brutal killing of 17 military personnel in Delta State on March 14, 2024.
This was announced in a circular by the Defence Headquarters via its official social media platforms which identified the suspects as follows: Akevwru Daniel Omotegbono (a.k.a Amagbem), Prof. Εkpekpo Arthur, Andaowei Dennis Bakriri, Igoli Ebi, Akata Malawa David, Sinclear Oliki, Clement Ikolo Oghenerukevwe and Reuben Baru.
The images contained in the circular revealed that seven out of the suspects were men and only one woman had been included.
President Bola Tinubu had conferred national honours on the deceased military personnel on Wednesday during their burial in FCT Abuja.
In addition, President Tinubu also announced the provision of housing facilities for the surviving family members and scholarships for all their children, up to the university level and had also directed the payment of death benefits to the family members within 90 days.
The declaration by the Nigerian Defence Headquarters of eight suspects wanted in connection with the heinous killing of 17 military personnel in Delta State sheds light on the ongoing efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice. This decisive action underscores the gravity of the incident and the determination of authorities to hold accountable those responsible for such a reprehensible act of violence.
The identification of the suspects, along with the release of their names and images on official social media platforms, demonstrates a commitment to transparency and public engagement in the pursuit of justice. By seeking the cooperation of the public in locating these individuals, the Defence Headquarters is harnessing the power of community involvement to aid in apprehending the suspects and preventing further violence.
Ultimately, the declaration of the wanted suspects and the government’s response to the tragedy serve as reminders of the challenges faced in maintaining security and upholding the rule of law in Nigeria.
