The Nigerian Army have launched investigations into alleged torture to death by soldiers of one of the Managers of Hotel Royal Damgrete, Umuahia, Abia State where a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) cadet reportedly drowned in the swimming pool.
The manager, identified as Mr Achimugu James Etubi, from Kogi State was the head of the food and beverage department of the hotel located on Factory Road Umuahia and was reportedly tortured to death by the soldiers on Friday morning at the Army barracks.
But Nigerian Army, in a statement on Sunday by its Spokesperson, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, said: “The Nigerian Army (NA) 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 Mr Achimugu James Etubi and the Nigerian Air Force Officer Cadet Emmanuel Chidiebere 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.
“Furthermore, the NA reaffirms its unwavering dedication to safeguarding the security of all citizens. We remain steadfast in our mission to promote lasting peace and security throughout Nigeria.
“The Nigerian Army is resolute in its pursuit of truth and justice, and we will keep the public informed at the conclusion of the investigation.”
