A retired military officer, Major General Bamidele Olawumi (retd.), has faulted Senator Adams Oshiomhole’s allegation that retired military generals are behind illegal mining activities in Nigeria.
PUNCH Online reports that Oshiomhole said, “Those involved in illegal mining are people in high places, including retired generals. These are not unknown people. They are well-known people with private armies who protect their illegal mining sites.” https://punchng.com/retired-generals-behind-illegal-mining-says-oshiomhole/
The statement has since ignited widespread criticism, particularly from retired officers who feel targeted by the allegation.
However, in a statement made available to PUNCH Online on Tuesday, Olawumi described Oshiomhole’s remarks as “reckless, baseless, and offensive,” accusing the senator of tarnishing the reputation of retired generals who have served the nation with honour.
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