Nigerian soldiers killed by Delta’s militia will have national honours – Tinubu
President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has announced that the soldiers who fell to militias’ Thursday 14th March, 2024 ambush in Okuoma, a village within Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State South South of the country, will receive national honours.
During the breaking of the Ramadan fast on Wednesday in Abuja, President Tinubu revealed this information while in the company of Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Hon Tajudeen Abbas, and other members of the House leadership.
He emphasized the importance of oversight in ensuring transparency and accountability in governance. However, he cautioned against excessive summoning of officials, noting that it could disrupt operations and impede service delivery to citizens.
Speaking to the assembled audience, the Commander-in-Chief expressed condolences to the military and the families of the deceased, ensuring that the fallen victims would receive a dignified burial.
