October 15, 2025
The Headquarters, 63 Brigade, says a tense confrontation between a soldier and a suspected criminal resulted in the death of the suspect, who engaged the soldier on duty in a scuffle, who acted in self-defense.
According to a statement on Wednesday by Iliyasu Bawa-Rijau, Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations
63 Brigade Asaba, the incident occurred at the Delta Marine Logistics and the Technical (DMLT) Estate in Warri, Delta State on 13 October 2025.
Describing the incident, he said “for the records, the incident occurred when the soldier, who was on duty at the Estate gate halted a group of individuals, who attempted to force their entry into the premises without subjecting themselves to checks.
“When the soldier questioned the group’s intention and sought to ascertain their identities, the said individuals became aggressive and unruly.
“The suspected criminals became violent when asked who they were looking for and why they were trying to enter without clearance.
“The altercation escalated into a physical struggle wherein the soldier, who acted in self defence used armed combat skills and injured one of the unruly individuals.
“The injured suspected criminal was rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention, but was pronounced dead later.
“Accordingly, Otu-Jeremi Police Division in Delta State was promptly notified about the incident for necessary action.
“Additionally, it is important to unequivocally state that respect for the fundamental human rights of the citizenry has always been prioritized, while discharging statutory responsibilities in the State.
