…urges citizens to remain calm and pledge their support to the Armed Forces of Nigeria
By Nkechi Eze
The Chief of Defence Staff, (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin 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.
In an official signed statement by the Director Defence Information Brig. Gen. Tukur Gusau, 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.
The CDS also urged Nigerians not to take laws into their hands but always revert to constituted 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 further assured Nigerians that the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) will work closely with the police and other relevant security agencies to bring the perpetrators of the dastardly act to book.
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 urged citizens to remain calm and pledge their support to the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) and other security agencies as they diligently carry out their constitutional duties.
