The Nigerian Army says it has identified and arrested two soldiers caught on video brutalising a civilian in Rivers State.
Acting Deputy Director, 6 Division, Army Public Relations, Lt.-Col. Danjuma John Danjuma disclosed this in a Wednesday statement obtained by The Herald.
The Army described the soldiers’ conduct as “unprofessional”.
Noting that such conduct would not be condoned, the Army urged the public to continue to provide credible information about soldiers that engage in such.
“The Headquarters, 6 Division, Nigerian Army viewed with utmost dismay the unprofessional conduct of two of its personnel involved in the brutality of a civilian in Rivers State, in a viral video making the rounds in the social media. It is instructive to mention that the soldiers involved in that unprofessional conduct have been clearly identified and arrested.
“The Division wishes to unequivocally state that, the Nigerian Army remains a professional force that conducts its activities in adherence to established rules of engagement and respect for the fundamental human rights of the citizenry. Thus, no form of infraction would be condoned from erring personnel.
“The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 6 Division, Nigerian Army/Land Component Commander, Joint Task Force, South South, Operation DELTA SAFE, Major General Jamal Abdussalam has directed that a full scale investigation be conducted immediately. He has further reassured that no stone will be left unturned to sanction those involved.
“Well meaning members of the public are encouraged to continue to provide credible information on such unprofessional conducts, as the Division is poised to be more responsive to the public. This is one unfortunate isolated case that would be expeditiously dealt with,” the statement read.