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Katsina State Governor and Chairman of the North-West Governors’ Forum, Dikko Umaru Radda, has expressed profound sadness over the recent attack on worshippers at a mosque in Borno State.
Radda referred to the incident as a brutal and senseless act against innocent individuals engaged in prayer, emphasizing that places of worship should never be targets of violence.
In a statement released on Saturday by his Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed, the governor noted that the attack resulted in fatalities and left numerous individuals injured, plunging families and communities into mourning.
He stated that each life lost represents a grieving family and a traumatized community, highlighting that mosques, churches, and other places of worship should remain sanctuaries of peace and reflection.
The governor indicated that this incident underscores the urgent need to maintain efforts in combating terrorism and violent extremism throughout the country.
He urged security agencies to enhance their operations, improve intelligence gathering, and ensure that those responsible for the attack are brought to justice.
Radda also called on Nigerians to stay united and vigilant, stressing that national unity is essential in addressing insecurity.
He reaffirmed the commitment of Northern governors to continue collaborating with the Federal Government to enhance security and safeguard lives and property.
The governor extended his condolences to Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, the government and people of the state, as well as the families of the victims.
He prayed for the souls of the deceased to rest in peace and for the swift recovery of those injured.
What was the governor's reaction to the mosque attack?
Governor Dikko Umaru Radda expressed profound sadness and condemned the attack as a brutal and senseless act against innocent worshippers.
What did the governor call for in response to the attack?
The governor called for intensified operations by security agencies, improved intelligence gathering, and for those responsible for the attack to be brought to justice.
What message did the governor convey to the people of Nigeria?
He urged Nigerians to remain united and vigilant, emphasizing that national unity is crucial in tackling insecurity.
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