Nigerian soldiers
EKO HOT BLOG reports that in response to a widely circulated video capturing soldiers in military uniform manhandling and maltreating civilians at a prominent hotel in Kaduna, the Nigerian Army has swiftly initiated an investigation into the authenticity of the footage and the identification of the individuals involved.
Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, the Director of Army Public Relations, released a statement expressing deep concern over the video’s contents.
He stated:
“A provocative and unacceptable video footage trending on social media, depicting certain individuals dressed in military camouflage mistreating civilians, has been brought to the attention of the Nigerian Army.”
“The condemnable incident, reportedly occurring at 2Season Hotel and Resorts in Kaduna, goes against the values and principles of professionalism, courage, selflessness, and service to humanity that the Nigerian Army upholds,” added Nwachukwu.
As a disciplined and dedicated force committed to upholding the constitution, defending the nation’s sovereignty, protecting its territorial integrity, and assisting civil authorities, the Nigerian Army maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward actions detrimental to the rights and well-being of the public.
Consequently, the Nigerian Army authorities have promptly launched an immediate investigation into the veracity of the audio-visual footage. The primary objective is to identify the individuals responsible for the reprehensible acts captured on video.
Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, the Director of Army Public Relations
“If it is determined that the persons clad in military camouflage are indeed personnel of the Nigerian Army, appropriate disciplinary measures will be taken in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Armed Forces Acts,” stated Nwachukwu, highlighting the seriousness with which the Army views such transgressions.
The Director of Army Public Relations expressed appreciation to the public for their continued support of the Nigerian Army. He assured law-abiding citizens that they can carry out their legitimate activities without fear of harassment or intimidation from any quarter.
As the investigation unfolds, the Nigerian Army remains committed to upholding its professional standards and protecting the rights and well-being of the Nigerian populace.
The swift response to the viral video demonstrates the Army’s determination to address misconduct within its ranks and maintain the trust of the citizens it serves.
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