The deaths of six police officers in Delta State has been confirmed by the Nigeria Police Force.
The Nigeria Police Force confirmed
that the officers were killed while investigating the disappearance of three
colleagues in Delta.
The Force’s Public Relations
Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday.
Adejobi added that six other
officers are still missing and five suspects have been arrested in connection
with the killings.
The statement partly read, “The
Nigeria Police Force is profoundly saddened by the devastating loss of six
courageous officers in Delta State who exhibited exceptional valour in the face
of adversity.
“These brave officers
tragically fell victim to a cowardly ambush by armed assailants while
undertaking a mission to investigate the disappearance and rescue of three of
their colleagues in the Ohoro Forest, Delta State, while six others are
currently missing-in-action.
“Our hearts extend to the
families, friends, and colleagues of the fallen officers during this period of
profound sorrow. We stand in solidarity with them, offering our deepest
condolences and earnestly praying for the peaceful repose of the departed
souls.”
The FPRO identified the
deceased officers as Inspector Abe Olubunmi, Inspector Friday Irorere, Sergeant
Kuden Elisha, Sergeant Akpan Aniette, Sergeant Ayere Paul, and Sergeant Ejemito
Friday.
He also identified the missing
officers as Inspector Onoja Daniel, Inspector Onogho Felix, Inspector Emmanuel
Okoroafor, Inspector Joel Hamidu, Sergeant Moses Eduvie, and Sergeant Cyril
Okorie.
The statement further added
that the NPF will posthumously recognise the officers for their service and
sacrifice at an upcoming awards ceremony.
It also stated its commitment
to supporting the families of the deceased officers.
The statement added,
“Furthermore, the Nigeria Police Force is committed to honouring the memory of
our fallen heroes by recognising their bravery, dedication, and sacrifice.
“In accordance with this
commitment, the Force will posthumously honour the slain officers for their
noble service and ultimate sacrifice at the Nigeria Police Awards and
Commendations Ceremony scheduled for April 5th, 2024, in Abuja.
“In response to this grievous
loss, the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM,
has taken decisive actions as expected.
“The bodies of six of the slain
officers have been recovered after a fierce search conducted by a combined team
of police officers and other security outfits.
“The Force is focused on the
search for the other six officers, while all their families have been duly
contacted.
“Additionally, the Inspector
General of Police has mandated the expedited processing and payment of all
entitlements due to the families of the fallen officers, aiming to alleviate
any financial burdens they may encounter in this challenging time.
“Similarly, immediate measures
have been initiated to ensure that justice is served swiftly and the
perpetrators of this abhorrent crime are brought to justice.
“The Inspector General of
Police has mandated the deployment of all necessary resources and personnel to
apprehend those responsible for this senseless killing of our officers, and
this has led to the arrest of five suspects in connection with the preceding
incident and the killing, who are currently volunteering information necessary
for the rounding up of all the perpetrators.”
In the statement, the NPF
condemned attacks on law enforcement personnel and urged the public to come
forward with any information that could aid in the apprehension of the
remaining perpetrators.
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