Nigerian Army opens investigation into alleged sexual abuse involving serving officer
The Army said it will cooperate with civil authorities and act on any findings after the probe, which it says must protect due process.
- On Friday, the Nigerian Army announced an investigation into sexual abuse allegations involving Captain Etim Essien, a serving officer at Headquarters 3 Division in Jos, Plateau State.
- Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations Lieutenant Colonel Olumide Victor Olukoya disclosed the probe, emphasizing the organization's commitment to discipline and respect for human dignity.
- Military officials are cooperating fully with civil authorities investigating the matter, with the inquiry conducted in accordance with existing laws and military regulations.
- Army officials treat allegations involving minors or vulnerable persons with utmost seriousness, urging the public to refrain from circulating unverified information that could compromise privacy.
- Any personnel found to have acted contrary to established service regulations will be dealt with appropriately upon investigation conclusion, the Army stated, signaling accountability mechanisms.
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Nigerian Army investigates sexual abuse allegation against serving officer
The Nigerian Army said it has launched an investigation into an allegation of sexual abuse involving a serving officer, Etim Essien, currently serving at the Headquarters of 3 Division in Jos, Plateau State.
Nigerian Army opens investigation into alleged sexual abuse involving serving officer
The Nigerian Army says it is investigating an allegation of sexual abuse involving a serving officer, Captain Etim Essien, currently serving at Headquarters 3 Division, Jos. Lieutenant Colonel Olumide Victor Olukoya, Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 3 Division, Nigerian Army, disclosed this in a statement. The statement said the Nigerian Army was aware of […] Nigerian Army opens investigation into alleged sexual abuse involving ser…
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Nigerian Army has opened an investigation into an allegation of sexual abuse involving a serving officer, Captain Etim Essien, attached to Headquarters 3 Division, Jos. The Army said it became aware of reports circulating online about the allegation and had taken steps to establish the facts and circumstances surrounding the
Nigeria: Army Investigates Sexual Abuse Allegations Against Captain Etim Essien Of 3 Division Jos
The Nigerian Army on Saturday announced the launch of investigation into alleged sexual abuse involving a serving officer, Captain Etim Essien, currently serving at Headquarters 3 Division, Jos, Plateau State. A statement by Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations of 3 Division, Lieutenant Colonel Olumide Victor Olukoya, said that...
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The Nigerian Army says it has begun an investigation into reports circulating online concerning an allegation of sexu@l abuse involving a serving officer, Captain Etim Essien, currently serving at Headquarters 3 Division, Jos. Officer Essien has been accused of sexu@lly abusing a 13-year-old girl who is deaf and non-speaking, impregnating her and fathering a […]
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