The military bombing in Tudun Biri prompts Senators’ benevolence, while the Sultan of Sokoto pledges relentless pursuit of justice for the victims.
In a remarkable display of solidarity, Nigeria’s 109 senators have opted to forego their December salaries, amounting to a substantial N109 million, channeling the funds towards the victims of the recent military bombing in Tudun Biri, situated in the Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The announcement came during a condolence visit by the Senate leadership to Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, at the Government House, underscoring the gravity of the situation and the need for collective support.
The Press previously detailed the tragic incident, where the Nigerian Army, claiming responsibility, inadvertently caused civilian casualties during a bombing targeting insurgents on Sunday, December 3. Scores of lives were lost, prompting widespread grief and demands for accountability.
Meanwhile, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, a significant spiritual figure for Nigerian Muslims, has vowed to champion justice for the victims. Making this commitment during the Silver Anniversary of the 11th Emir of Jama’a, Alhaji Muhammad Isa-Muhammad, at the Emir’s Palace in Kafanchan, Kaduna, the Sultan emphasized the occasion’s dual purpose of celebration and prayer for those affected by the Tudun Biri bombing.
“We are here not only to celebrate the Emir but to also pray for the emirate and the lives of those killed in Kaduna State. We are going to push for it until justice is served to the people,” he asserted.
Acknowledging the regrettable incident, Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, affirmed the military’s responsibility to protect citizens. He pledged substantial action to prevent similar tragedies nationwide, disclosing that the president has ordered a thorough investigation into the matter. The aftermath of the bombing continues to galvanize efforts for justice, accountability, and support for the affected communities.
