By Nkechi Eze
Headquarters 6 Division of the Nigerian Army has dismissed as false, malicious and an attempt at institutional blackmail a viral social media publication alleging internal power struggles, welfare neglect and financial exploitation within 90 Battalion, Koko, in Delta State.
In an official signed statement, the Acting Deputy Director, 6 Division Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma Jonah Danjuma, stated that while the Division prefers not to engage online merchants circulating unverified claims, it is necessary to correct the misinformation being peddled about the battalion.
He clarified that postings and deployments in the Nigerian Army remain routine administrative exercises conducted strictly in line with professional standards. According to him, insinuations that soldiers in 90 Battalion are posted based on religion, loyalty or any other primordial consideration are entirely unfounded and should be dismissed as a desperate attempt to malign the command structure.
Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma emphasized that the Nigerian Army maintains zero tolerance for corruption, welfare abuse, discriminatory postings or any form of malfeasance within its ranks. He noted that the Commanding Officer of 90 Battalion has been carrying out his duties professionally and in accordance with established procedures, despite resource constraints.
He reiterated that clear channels exist within the Army for reporting and addressing administrative concerns at all levels, including the battalion level. Resorting to social media or other unofficial platforms, he said, could be considered deliberate institutional blackmail aimed at undermining military discipline and public trust.
The Army spokesperson further assured that any reported infractions, including those bordering on extortion, would be investigated appropriately in line with military protocols.
He urged members of the public to disregard the unsubstantiated allegations and rest assured that the Division remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of residents across the Niger Delta Region.
