Tinubu orders probe into Kaduna village bombing
President Bola Tinubu has ordered a probe into the military bombing of a village in Kaduna State.
This is contained in a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, on Tuesday in Abuja.
There was a bombing of persons alleged to be conducting religious activities in a village at Tudun Biri in the Igabi Local Government Area of the state on Sunday.
He said that the president directed a thorough and full-fledged investigation into the incident and calls for calm while the authorities look into the incident.
Mr Ngelale said Tinubu also directed a swift and comprehensive medical attention for surviving victims while praying for the repose of the souls of the deceased.
He added that the President sympathised with the families of victims, the people and government of Kaduna State over the incident.
He stated, “President Tinubu describes the incident as unfortunate, disturbing, and painful, expressing indignation and grief over the tragic loss of Nigerian lives.’’
(NAN)
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