ALLEGED INVOLVEMENT OF SOLDIERS IN THEFT AT DANGOTE REFINERY The Nigerian Army (NA) is deeply concerned about the alleged involvement of two of its personnel in a reported case of theft at the Dangote Refinery in Lagos. This act of criminality, which was prevented by the proactive intervention of vigilant troops and private security operatives on duty at the refinery, is totally unacceptable and highly regrettable. It does not, therefore, represent the ethics and values of the NA. The two suspects have been identified and are currently under custody. Preliminary investigation reveals that the two suspects were hired by a civilian contractor simply identified as Mr Smart, who claimed he wanted to recover some Armoured cables he had left behind on the refinery's premises. Unknown to the soldiers, the said contractor, sensing trouble as they approached the security post, excused himself from the vehicle and bolted, leaving them behind. Further investigations are ongoing to fully ascertain the depth of culpability of the apprehended soldiers. Additionally, the stolen cables have been recovered and are in safe custody. The NA is working closely with the management of the Dangote Refinery to ensure a thorough investigation into this unfortunate incident. The NA wishes to reassure the general public that appropriate disciplinary measures would be meted out to the culprits, as no act of criminality will be condoned amongst its personnel. The NA remains steadfast in ensuring that the key values of discipline and integrity are adequately entrenched amongst its personnel. We shall also continue to cultivate and promote dedication and a culture of accountability and ethical behaviours within our ranks. ONYEMA NWACHUKWU Major General Director Army Public Relations 17 April 2024
@HQNigerianArmy This place is not a panel or court. We do appreciate your proactiveness but rationalizing the soldiers role by explaining to us why they did what they did, is like trying to prove their Innocence. Next we hear about the case, is that those soldiers would have been transfered
@HQNigerianArmy Lol... Na only pikin you fit dey tell this stories... It doesn't add up
@HQNigerianArmy I see it not just a matter of theft but I see it as a matter of economic sabotage. @AlikoDangote Refinery is just coming up to ease our fuel problem and they went to remove cables in order to disrupt production and send us back to diesel ₦1650/litre once they can't use power
@HQNigerianArmy Army are special. We cherish them. If truly they were not aware of this incident, then, the superior officers that released them for this act should also be sanctioned.
@HQNigerianArmy NA soldiers for hire? Incredible!
@HQNigerianArmy They are small thieves, Dancote, and the government are the big thieves. A country of thieves.
@HQNigerianArmy Unknown to the soldiers. This one sweet me pass
@HQNigerianArmy The soldiers are thieves. Nobody hired anybody
@HQNigerianArmy The army is doing work that they are not employed to do. Haba what is the work of army if not to safeguard our borders and territories against enemies of Nigeria. I'm very ashamed of EFCC, NPF, Nigeria army etc. It's like they work beyond their scope of duty all because of money.