….Calls for thorough investigation
President Bola Tinubu has expressed regret over the unfortunate incident that took place in Tudun Biri community, Kaduna state which led to the death of innocent citizens.
Tinubu also called for ‘thorough investigation” into the matter to unravel the root course of the incident he described as “operational error.”
A statement made available to journalists by the Director, Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau indicated that the President was represented by the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle.
According to the statement the delegation met with Deputy Governor Hadiza Balarabe, members of Kaduna State security committee, and religious leaders to express solidarity and empathy during this challenging time.
It reads, “In response to the regrettable incident at Tudun Biri community in Kaduna State, His Excellency Bola Tinubu, the President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, has swiftly dispatched a high-level delegation to convey heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Kaduna.”
The President emphasized the “need for a thorough investigation to determine the facts surrounding the incident.”
He assured the public that the “findings would be transparently communicated, reaffirming the federal government’s commitment to preventing future occurrences.”
The President appealed for cooperation, calm, and continued support for the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
Tinubu also extended prayers for the souls of the departed and wished a speedy recovery to the injured.
This is as he urged religious leaders to enlighten their followers, emphasizing that the incident was an “operational error deeply regretted by the Armed Forces of Nigeria, which remains unwavering in its mandate to secure every part of the country.
In response, Deputy Governor of Kaduna, Dr Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for the prompt delegation visit.
She highlighted the state government’s continuous engagement with the affected community and religious leaders to maintain peace and mitigate tensions.
The delegation also visited the Kaduna Nursing Home to extend well-wishes to the wounded. Among the delegation were Dr Ibrahim Abubakar Kana, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence; General Christopher Gwabin Musa, Chief of Defence Staff; Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, Chief of Army Staff, and other distinguished members.
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