The discussion of this tragedy must, therefore, be imbued with a good sense of humanity especially in the media. The tragic story should not be told in a manner that could inflame passion. The headlines must not be disrespectful of the dead. The sensibilities of the bereaved families, friends and colleagues of the fallen heroes should be well considered in the way the bloodletting is reported.
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“They (the soldiers) killed over 20 of our fellow residents. Some of our buildings were razed. Many residents have fled and there are even dead bodies in the bush where we have been hiding. We want the government to come to our rescue.”
He said, “We are not at war. I don’t think they are from the Niger Delta. They may be mercenaries.”
The DHQ, days after the gruesome murder, had said 17 personnel including the Commanding Officer of 181 Amphibious Battalion, two majors, one captain, and 12 personnel of the battalion were among those killed.
The Okuama community in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State where 16 soldiers were killed has been razed.
“A group of young individuals attacked and fatally injured 16 officers and soldiers from the 181 Amphibious Battalion of the Nigerian Army who were on a peacekeeping assignment in the Okuoma community in Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta on Thursday.
Delta state government has approved ₦15.7 billion for the construction of Phase III flood control measures in Warri, Effurun and environs in Warri South and Uvwie local government areas.
The Executive Assistant on Communications and Orientation to Delta state governor, Latimore Oghenesivbe has revealed that Sheriff Oborevwori survived a total of 38 lawsuits.
The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed all three appeals to overturn Sheriff Oborevwori’s election as governor of Delta State.
Delta state governor, Sheriff Oborevwori says the state government will disburse two billion naira Special Agricultural Intervention Fund to farmers this month.