Army Distances Self From ‘Retired General’ Arrested For Criticizing Akpabio

Naijaonpoint_ng | 27-05-2026 07:17am |

The Nigerian Army has issued a statement clarifying that Haruna Garba Gololo, who has been referred to as a retired General, has never been a member of the military. The Army emphasized that Gololo has not served in any capacity, either as a soldier or an officer, within the Nigerian Army. This clarification comes in response to reports following his recent arrest for making critical remarks about the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Godswill Akpabio. The Army's statement aims to correct any misconceptions regarding Gololo's military status.

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