Okuama: Army board begins sitting today in Warri

The Board of Inquiry, established by Defence Headquarters to investigate the March 17 death of 17 soldiers in Okuama, Delta State, is slated to meet today in Warri.

The Chairman of the Board, Air Vice Marshal David Ajayi, informed Governor Sheriff Oborevwori in Warri:

“We are on a fact-finding mission and not to apportion blame. We are here to gather facts from security agencies, community leaders, and community dwellers.

“This report will also help us to ensure healthy communication that will enhance civil-military relations and ensure that economic activities thrive again in the affected communities.”

However, Okuama leaders who talked with Vanguard at the board meeting claimed the persons will not be part of the investigation.

“Our people cannot participate in the military inquiry because Okuama people are displaced in the bush. How can people come out to attend such meetings? They are not even safe now,” one leader stated.

cc: Vanguard Ng