The Nigerian Army is set to probe two soldiers allegedly involved in Dangote Refinery theft
The Nigerian Army said it will probe the two soldiers allegedly involved in a reported case of theft at the Dangote Refinery in Lagos.
Army spokesman, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday.
Onyema said the Army is deeply concerned about the alleged involvement of two of its personnel in the incident.
“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,” he stated.
“It does not, therefore, represent the ethics and values of the NA.
“The two suspects have been identified and are currently under custody.”
Nwachukwu said preliminary investigation revealed that the two suspects were hired by a civilian contractor simply identified as Mr. Smart.
He said Smart claimed that he wanted to recover some armoured cables which 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.
Nwachukwu said further investigations are ongoing to fully ascertain the depth of culpability of the apprehended soldiers.
The Army spokesman said additionally, the stolen cables have been recovered and are in safe custody.
He added that the Army is working closely with the management of the Dangote Refinery to ensure a thorough investigation into the unfortunate incident.
“The Army 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,” Nwachukwu said.
He said the Army remains steadfast in ensuring that the key values of discipline and integrity are adequately entrenched amongst its personnel.
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