Nigerian Army dismiss two soldiers for theft of Dangote Refinery’s cables

The Nigerian Army has taken decisive action against two soldiers involved in the theft of armoured cables from the Dangote Refinery premises in Lagos State.

Corporal Innocent Joseph and Lance Corporal Jacob Gani were dismissed from the army with immediate effect and handed over to other security agencies for prosecution.

According to a statement by Army spokesman Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, the incident occurred on April 14, 2024.

Following a thorough investigation conducted in collaboration with the company’s management, the soldiers were found to have abandoned their duty post and were in unauthorized possession of the materials.

“In line with the Nigerian Army’s (NA) commitment to upholding high standard of professionalism, integrity and discipline, the NA wishes to update the general public on the outcome of the investigation into the alleged theft of armoured cables at the Dangote Refinery premises on 14th April 2024, involving Corporal Innocent Joseph and Lance Corporal Jacob Gani,” the statement read.

“They were summarily tried. During the trial, the evidence against them was presented and they were given the opportunity to present their cases and defend themselves, but were, however, found guilty of the charges leveled against them in accordance with military laws,” the statement said.

“As a demonstration of NA’s zero-tolerance for misconduct and criminality within its ranks, the two soldiers have been dismissed from the NA with immediate effect and handed over to relevant authorities for further prosecution,” it continued.

The dismissal of the soldiers reflects the Army’s zero-tolerance for misconduct and criminality within its ranks, and it demonstrates the institution’s commitment to upholding high standards of professionalism, integrity, and discipline.