Regarding the disappearance of the journalist detained in port Harcourt the Nigerian army has released a press statement on their x page clarifying the issue with Fisayo Soyombo.
Preceding this statement there have been several calls and media push at the federal govt from several international journalists and media houses calling on the release of Fisayo…
Statement reads ”
NIGERIAN ARMY CLARIFIES ALLEGED DETENTION OF JOURNALIST IN PORT HARCOURT
The Headquarters, 6 Division, Nigerian Army, has expressed concern over allegations circulating on social media that it detained an investigative journalist in Port Harcourt. While the Division does not typically engage with the purveyors of falsehoods, it is necessary to set the record straight. As part of its intensified operations against illegal oil bunkering, the 6 Division Nigerian Army has recorded significant successes. Recent intelligence uncovered the activities of a notorious gang involved in pipeline vandalism and illegal oil connections in the region. In a carefully planned operation, troops tracked the suspects to an illegal oil bunkering site. During the operation, multiple arrests were made, including that of Mr Fisayo Soyombo, who was found at the scene. The suspects, including Mr Soyombo, are currently undergoing preliminary investigations to determine their level of involvement in the illegal activities. His arrest is directly linked to the ongoing anti-oil theft operations in the region, and any claims suggesting otherwise are baseless. The Division strongly urges media outlets to verify the accuracy of their reports before disseminating information to the public. The 6 Division Nigerian Army remains committed to combating criminal activities, particularly oil theft, to ensure the protection of national resources and increased oil and gas production in the region. The Nigerian Army assures the public of its dedication to upholding security and welcomes constructive engagements to foster understanding and transparency.
Danjuma Jonah Danjuma Lieutenant Colonel Acting Deputy Director, 6 Division Army Public Relations
Nigerians have now linked the arrest of the journalist to that of him revealing the underground activities in the oil business and the Nigerian Army trying to stop him from revealing what the richest man in Nigeria Dangote described few months back calling it a Cartel!!!
