Delta Governor Meets Tinubu At Aso Rock Over Soldiers Killing, Unveils Details

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has conferred with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Aso Rock Villa in Abuja regarding the tragic incident that resulted in the deaths of at least 16 soldiers and officers of the Nigerian Army in the Okuoma community. Oborevwori assured that the situation is now under control and emphasized that there will be no further attacks….READ ALSODelta Killings Update Tinubu Holds Meeting With Oborevwori At Aso Villa

Speaking with State House correspondents after the meeting on Tuesday, March 19, Oborevwori stated that he had engaged with security heads but had not yet met with members of the affected community, as they are currently dispersed. He refrained from commenting on alleged reprisal attacks by the military and the number of casualties, citing the sensitivity of the unfolding security situation.

The ambush on Thursday, March 14, 2024, led to the loss of a Commanding Officer, two Majors, one Captain, 12 soldiers, and one civilian. Channels Television reported that 14 soldiers’ bodies were recovered by soldiers of the Joint Task Force under the supervision of Major General Jamal Abdussalam, the General Officer Commanding 6 Division, Nigerian Army.