Tragedy struck Tudun Biri Village in Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna as the death toll in the bombing of civilians by the Army has risen to 80. The incident occurred on Sunday night while Muslims were celebrating the Maulud Nabbiy, leaving more than 50 others injured.
Despite conflicting reports about the responsible party, the Nigerian Air Force denied involvement, while Commissioner Samuel Aruwan later announced that the Army was responsible for the accidental bomb attack during its routine campaign against terrorists in the area.
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Governor Uba Sani has ordered investigations into the attack and declared that the State Government would foot the medical bills of the injured. He expressed shock over the incident, emphasizing the determination to prevent a repeat and reassure the people of prioritized protection in the fight against terrorists and criminal elements.
The search-and-rescue efforts are still ongoing, with dozens of injured victims evacuated to Barau Dikko Teaching Hospital. The affected community and citizens are urged to remain calm and support the security forces in battling terrorism in Kaduna State.
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Our correspondent at Barau Dikko Teaching Hospital reported that over 50 injured patients are being attended to, with severe cases undergoing treatment in the theatre. The majority of the injured are children and women.
As investigations continue and the community grapples with the aftermath, the government extends heartfelt sympathies to the families who lost their loved ones and wishes a speedy recovery to those who sustained injuries.
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