It an aim to ensure discipline and instill confidence in the citizens, the Nigeria Nigerian army and commenced the court-martial of eighteen soldiers serving in military task forces in Borno and Plateau states.
Major-General Eboibowei Awala (General Officer Commanding 3 Armoured Division of Nigerian Army) while Convening a General Court Martial to try them yesterday, said one officer and 17 soldiers of the division would be tried for various acts of indiscipline.
He said the offences committed by the accused, which had been investigated by the military police, included murder, manslaughter, cowardly behaviour and communication with the enemy, among others.
Major-General Eboibowei Awala while addressing newsmen said “Discipline and loyalty are two essential requirements no officer or soldier, who wants to succeed in professional soldiering, can afford to lack.
Major-General Eboibowei Awala said the General Court-Martial as prescribed by the Armed Forces Act is geared towards disciplining erring soldiers to forestall future occurrence.
He added that only a disciplined force can continue to play its constitutional role and remain a pride of the nation.
He said the trial was convened to sustain high level of professionalism required to confront the mounting security challenges in the division’s area of responsibility.
Major-General Eboibowei Awala while rounding off the opening ceremony urged the panel to carry out the trial expeditiously and ensure that justice is seen to be done
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