Governor Otti Condemns Killing Of Soldier In Aba, Sues For Peace And Restraint

By Suleiman Anyalewechi

The Governor of Abia state Dr Alex has commiserated with the Nigerian Army over the killing in Aba of one of its personnel by yet to be identified gun men.

The Army personnel was killed on Friday, May 17, 2024.

In a statement issued on Saturday, May 18, by his Media Aide, Kazie Uko ,the Governor also commended the Army for maintaining a high sense of restraint amidst the unprovoked attack.

This is even as he has called on the members of the public to remain calm and go about their lawful activities without fear, urging them to cooperate with relevant security agencies by volunteering useful intelligence that could lead to the apprehension and prosecution of the  masterminds of the dastardly act .

“The Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr Alex Otti, has been made aware of an incident that occurred at the Milverton Area of Aba on Friday evening involving men of the Nigerian Army and some criminal elements.

“The incident according to the Senior Special Assistant on Homeland Security, Mr Chukwunenye Alajemba, left a soldier dead and another wounded and currently receiving treatment  at a hospital .

“The Governor wishes to Commiserate with the Nigerian Army over  this unfortunate occurrence and commends the officers and men of the force for exercising restraint in the  face of this unprovoked attack .

“He, specifically, thanked the Commander 14 Brigade Ohafia, Brigadier General O O Diya, for his prompt intervention and ensuring that peace continues to prevail in the city of Aba”, part of the statement reads.