Nigerian Navy dismisses officer for attempting to sodomize a teenager and engaging in drug abuse

A naval personnel identified as SLT VN Ukpawanne has been dismissed for attempting to sodomize a teenager in Sapele, Delta State.

Ukpawanne who was arraigned before a court-martial set up by the Nigerian Navy in Delta State, was found guilty of disobeying standing order, attempting to commit sodomy; disgraceful conduct and wrong use of drugs.

Other punishment handed to the officer was one-year loss of seniority, six months imprisonment, another six months imprisonment and lastly one-year imprisonment for all four offences.

“The dismissed officer is currently awaiting medical clearance from the Naval Medical Centre before handing over to Sapele Correctional Center for commencement of imprisonment term.”