A group of twenty-two military men on a rescue mission to Okuama community in Ughelli South local government area, Delta State, were tragically ambushed and killed on Saturday.
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The soldiers, led by Maj. Jaffa, were attacked on their way back to the waterfront after a failed negotiation to release the kidnapped victim. Many lives were lost in the ambush, including high-ranking officers such as a Lieutenant Colonel, two Majors, and a Captain, along with eighteen soldiers.
Sadly, the lifeless body of Mr. Anthony Aboh was discovered floating in River Forcados near Ayakoromor community with his hands tied behind his back and blindfolded.
This tragic incident has left the communities in shock and mourning for the lives lost in the attempt to bring Aboh home safely.
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