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Nigerian Army Denies Harassment Allegations in Cross River State Land Dispute

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The Nigerian Army has issued a statement denying allegations of harassment and intimidation of residents in communities involved in a land dispute in Cross River State. According to the 82 Division, troops were deployed to maintain peace, protect lives, and safeguard critical infrastructure. The Army confirmed responding to renewed clashes between Alesi and Ochon communities on September 19, 2025, to prevent escalation and restore normalcy. The Division reaffirmed its neutrality in the land ownership dispute and assured residents of its professionalism, discipline, and respect for human rights.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Nigerian Army has denied allegations of harassment and intimidation of residents in Alesi and Ochon communities involved in a land dispute in Cross River State.
  • Troops were deployed to maintain peace, protect lives, and safeguard critical infrastructure in Ikom and Obubra Local Government Areas.
  • The Army confirmed responding to renewed clashes between Alesi and Ochon communities on September 19, 2025, to prevent escalation and restore normalcy.
  • The 82 Division reaffirmed its neutrality in the land ownership dispute and assured residents of its professionalism, discipline, and respect for human rights.
  • Community leaders are urged to resolve the dispute through lawful and peaceful avenues.
  • Members of the public are encouraged to disregard reports seeking to undermine peace efforts and to provide credible information on security threats or misconduct through established reporting channels.

Statistics:

  • 245 Battalion troops are currently deployed in Ikom and Obubra Local Government Areas for internal security operations.
  • The Nigerian Army has affirmed its commitment to maintaining peace and preventing breakdowns of law and order that could endanger lives and property.
  • The Army responded to renewed clashes between Alesi and Ochon communities on September 19, 2025.

Sources:

  • "Re-Allegation of Troops Harassment in Dispute Between Alesi and Ochon Communities of Cross River State" 82 Division, Nigerian Army, 2025.
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