The Nigerian Army is deeply concerned by the alleged unprofessional conduct of some of its personnel in the tragic death of a hotel manager in Umuahia, Abia State.”
By Saidu Idris
365Daily – Following the death of a hotel manager in Abia State, Achimugu James Etubi, due to alleged torture by some personnel of the Nigerian Army, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, has ordered a probe into the matter.
The manager was said to have been brutally beaten by the men after a Nigerian Air Force cadet, Emmanuel Onyemereche,
reportedly drowned in the swimming pool of the hotel he managed.
A statement signed by the Director, Army Public Relations, Maj. Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu, on Sunday, April 14, 2024, said the service was concerned about the allegations, leading to the directive by the COAS to investigate the incident.
It stated, “The Nigerian Army is deeply concerned by the alleged unprofessional conduct of some of its personnel in the tragic death of a hotel manager in Umuahia, Abia State, as reported in some online media.
“In response to this unfortunate incident, the Chief of Army Staff has promptly ordered a comprehensive investigation to ascertain the facts and bring to book, anyone found culpable.”
“The NA extends its heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased Manager, Achimugu Etubi, and the Nigerian Air Force Officer Cadet Emmanuel Onyemereche and assure the public that every effort will be made to ensure that justice is served.
“The Army is committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and discipline, and therefore any personnel found culpable of wrongdoing will face appropriate legal sanctions.
“The Nigerian Army is resolute in its pursuit of truth and justice, and we will keep the public informed about the investigation.”