The Nigerian Military has declared eight persons wanted over the recent killing of 17 military personnel in the Okuama community of Delta State.

The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, released the names of the 8 wanted suspects during a press briefing on Thursday.

The 8 persons were identified as Professor Ekpekpo Arthur, Andaowei Dennis Bakriri, Akevwru Daniel Omotegbo (Aka Amagben), Akata Malawa David, Sinclear Oliki, Clement Ikolo Oghenerukeywe, Reuben Baru, and Igoli Ebi.

Maj. General Buba in his address appealed to residents of Delta and neighbouring states to assist the military with credible information that would lead to the arrest of the eight persons.