Soldiers, civilians clash in Nsukka, Army begins investigation

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By Iheanyi Chukwudi

The 82 Division of the Nigerian Army on Tuesday said that it is currently investigating the clash between soldiers and civilians along Nsukka-Igbo Eze South Road, Enugu State.

Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations of the Division, Lt.-Col. Olabisi Ayeni, made this known in statement he issued on Enugu.

The Division he said had taken note of a recent social media video of an encounter between its personnel deployed in the Igbo-Eze South LGA and civilians along the Nsukka-Igbo Eze South Road.

Ayeni also disclosed that the incident occurred during a routine security check.

According to him, “While such checks are crucial to enhancing security, the Division takes all reports of misconduct by its personnel seriously.

Accordingly, a thorough investigation has been instituted to establish the facts surrounding the incident and the outcome will be made public.

It is pertinent to add that appropriate disciplinary actions will be taken in accordance with military regulations if the personnel are established guilty.”

He reassured members of the public of the Division discharge of its constitutional mandate through professionalism as well as strict adherence to the existing Rules of Engagement and Code of Conduct.

He said, “Additionally, the Division remains committed to transparency and accountability in its operations for the fostering of positive civil-military relations.

We, therefore, appreciate the public's vigilance and the media's role in bringing the issue to our attention."