By Lucky Uto
Operation Delta Sweep has dismissed reports claiming that a unit called “Delta Hawks” chased a young man, Amadi, into the Ubeji/Egbokodo River, leading to his death.
The security outfit described the allegation as false, misleading, and an attempt to damage its reputation.
Speaking on the issue, the Director-General of Security, Hon. David Tonwe, said there is no unit known as “Delta Hawks” under Operation Delta Sweep or within the Delta State security structure.
He explained that the operation mentioned in the report was allegedly carried out by a different security group known as “Operation DCP Ops,” and not Delta Sweep.
Tonwe warned that spreading unverified information could create tension among communities and weaken public trust in security agencies.
He stressed that Operation Delta Sweep operates professionally and does not support any form of unlawful or extrajudicial actions.
The DG also advised journalists to always confirm their facts before publishing, noting that false reports can damage reputations and affect security efforts.
He called on the Itsekiri National Youth Council (INYC), especially its Public Relations Officer, Hon. Tuoyo Ebigbeyi Awani, to withdraw the statement and publicly apologize to Operation Delta Sweep.
Tonwe reaffirmed the outfit’s commitment to protecting lives and property across Delta State and urged community leaders to work with security agencies instead of spreading unverified claims.
