Abuja, Nigeria – The Nigerian House of Representatives has called on the military to either release the detained residents of Okuama or formally charge them in court.
The demand follows the controversial arrests made after the tragic killings of 17 military personnel around the River Bank of the Delta State community.
During a plenary session, lawmakers expressed concerns over the prolonged detention of suspects without trial, stressing that it constitutes a violation of fundamental human rights.
They urged the military to follow due process, emphasizing that arbitrary detention without legal justification fuels tension and distrust among the people.
The call for action reflects growing public outcry over the military’s handling of the crisis.
While security forces maintain they are conducting thorough investigations, human rights groups argue that detaining citizens indefinitely without trial is unconstitutional.
The Okuama killings have sparked national and international attention, with many urging the government to ensure both justice for the slain soldiers and the protection of innocent civilians.
The House of Representatives’ resolution adds pressure on the military to uphold the rule of law.
As the situation unfolds, all eyes are on the federal government and security agencies to balance justice, accountability, and human rights in resolving the Okuama crisis.
The military should come out with their investigations far, but their delay in releasing their reports is a clear state of oppression on the the okuama community