CDS CONDEMNS KILLING OF TRAVELERS IN EDO, PROMISES JUSTICE
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The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has strongly condemned the killing of travellers in Edo State, assuring that those responsible will face justice.
The tragic incident occurred last Thursday in Uromi, Edo State, where a mob attacked and killed 16 travelling hunters.
Reports indicate that the victims were on their way home from Rivers State to celebrate Eid-el-Fitr with their families when they were ambushed.
The attack has sparked widespread condemnation from northern groups, state governments, and lawmakers, all demanding swift action against those involved.
In a statement on Sunday by the Director Defence Information, Brig. Gen. Tukur Gusau, the CDS said the tragic incident could have been prevented had the appropriate authorities been notified to verify the identities of the victims.
Musa said, “General Christopher Musa has condemned in strong terms the unfortunate killing of hunters while on transit in Edo State. The incident, which occurred on 28 March 2025, could have been avoided if the appropriate authorities were notified and involved in ascertaining the identity of the victims.
” General Musa condoled with the President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the families of those who lost their lives.”
He also urged citizens to avoid taking the law into their own hands and instead rely on security agencies for conflict resolution.
Musa assured Nigerians that the Armed Forces of Nigeria will collaborate with the police and other security agencies to ensure justice is served.
Musa said, “The CDS also urged Nigerians not to take laws into their hands but always revert to constitutated authorities in matters that affect security. The Nigeria police, military, and other security agencies are well trained to handle such matters.
“The Chief of Defence Staff assured Nigerians that the Armed Forces of Nigeria will work closely with the police and other relavant security agencies to bring the perpetrators of the dastardly act to book.”
He warned vigilante groups, hunters among others to register with relevant agencies to regulate the possesion of firearms.
Musa said, “He warned that all local hunters and vigilante groups should register with the police, DSS, AFN and any other agencies mandated by law to regulate the possession of fire arms, while calling on vigilante groups to always revert to police for appropriate action.
“He also sue for calm and seek for citizens support to the AFN and other security agencies to continue to perform their constitutional duties with diligence.”
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