Falana Urges Nigerian Military: Halt Reprisal Attack In Delta Now

Falana Urges Nigerian Military: Halt Reprisal Attack In Delta Now

In response to the recent violence in the Okuama community of Ughelli South Local Government Area, Delta State, renowned Nigerian activist Femi Falana has issued a plea to President Bola Tinubu’s administration and the Defence Headquarters to cease the ongoing reprisal attacks immediately…….READ ALSO Advocate Falana Urges AGF: Secure NLC Protesters Amid Hardship

Naija News reported President Tinubu’s condemnation of the attack on Sunday, granting full authority to the Defence Headquarters and the Chief of Defence Staff to bring perpetrators of the killing of military personnel to justice.

However, Nigerian activist Omoyele Sowore and Falana have criticized the directive, warning of potential loss of innocent lives in the process.

Falana, in a statement on Sunday, urged the military to halt the reprisal attack without delay.

He stated, “Unfortunately, some villages were attacked last night by angry soldiers. After the attack, the villages were set on fire during the nocturnal military invasion.”

Expressing concern over the destruction witnessed in previous incidents such as Odi and Zaki Biam, Falana stressed the need for preventive measures to avoid further devastation.

“In view of the tragic turn of events, I call on the military authorities to halt the destruction of the properties of innocent people in the warring communities,” Falana asserted.

He further highlighted the legal ramifications, emphasizing that collective punishment constitutes a serious offense under both domestic and international law.

In the midst of escalating tensions, Falana’s appeal serves as a reminder of the imperative to uphold the rights and safety of all individuals, irrespective of the circumstances.