The Executive Director of the Rural Electrification Fund and former member of the House Of Representatives, Hon Engr Doris O. Uboh MNSE has condemned the killing of military personnel at Okuama Community, Ughelli South LGA, in Delta state, which occurred recently.

In a mesaage from her media team, Hon Uboh regretted the occurrence, calling it an unnecessary development and a sad waste of able-bodied patriots whose expertise would have served the nation in these times.

She said, " I condemn in strong terms, the killings of Officers of the Nigerian Army at Okuama Community, Ughelli South Local Government Area which occurred on Saturday, March 16, 2024.

" This sad development hurts more, especially when we consider that these gallant men of the Nigeria Army who we lost would have served our nation, especially in the area of preserving peace and security.

"As citizens, we must take seriously our responsibility to be law-abiding, civil, and maintain respect for constituted authority, always pursuing peaceful resolution of conflicts.

The REF Executive Director consoled the family of the deceased and the Nigerian Army while calling for peace and an end to hostilities.

" I extend sincere condolences to the family of the deceased soldiers and the Nigerian Army. Indeed, this is very sad.
As I pray for the repose of their souls, I urge the warring communities and security agencies to cease the hostilities and give peace a chance, she added.