Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed sorrow over the bandit attack on Bagna and Erena communities in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, which claimed the lives of dozens of civilians and security personnel.
Atiku reacted to the incident in a statement shared via his
official X handle on Friday.
“The tragic attacks on the Bagna and Erena communities,
which claimed many lives including numerous security personnel, are profoundly
heartbreaking.
“I extend my sincere condolences to the bereaved families,
especially those of the fallen heroes, and urge the government to take more
decisive action to protect civilians, facilitate swift relief efforts, and
bolster support for frontline forces. May the departed rest in peace, and may
enduring peace return to our land.”
It was reported that no fewer than 61 bodies of security
operatives and civilians killed in the attack had been recovered.
Residents in the area stated that the corpses were retrieved
from surrounding bushes days after the incident.
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