Army withdraws soldiers from Okuama

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has announced the withdrawal of Nigerian Army troops from Okuama Community, Ughelli South Local Government Area.

Oborevwori, in a statement on Wednesday, said he has spoken with the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, on Monday, May 6th, and as of today, May 8, 2024.

Oborevwori said that with this development, the people of Okuama can now safely return to their homes and begin the process of reintegration and rebuilding their homes.

“The Military have withdrawn from Okuama. With this development, the people of Okuama can now safely return to their homes and begin the process of reintegration and rebuilding their homes,” Oborevwori said.

The announcement follows many deliberations and collaborations between the state government and the military leadership, according to Governor Oborevwori.

“I want to express my deep and profound gratitude to Mr. President, the COAS, and the hierarchy of the Nigerian Army for their understanding and cooperation. In my engagements with them, they demonstrated the highest level of concern and care for the plight of the displaced persons. To God be the glory that we have achieved an amicable resolution.”

The governor, however, assured all Deltans and residents in the state that this administration is committed to enhanced peace and security in the state.

“It is also pertinent to point out that matters of security are better handled with tact, wisdom, and patience; it is not meant to be a subject of daily media discuss as some would have wanted,” he said.

The announcement comes after some youths of the community killed a group of officers comprising a lieutenant colonel, two majors, one captain and 12 soldiers on March 14th.