Reps probe Benue killings, invite military chiefs

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The House of Representatives has resolved to invite the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Leo Irabor, and the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Farouk Yahaya, over alleged assault on a member, Kpam Sokpo, by soldiers from the 401 Special Forces Brigade in Gboko, Benue, State, on March 18.

The House condemned alleged invasion of Old Barn Hotel, Gboko, and attacks on its guests, including Sokpo, by men of the Nigerian Army.

Adopting the motion unanimously, the lawmakers urged Irabor and Yahaya to commence “a comprehensive investigation of the incident, ensuring evidence is obtained from civilian witnesses, with the view to identifying the soldiers that were responsible for this mayhem.”

 

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