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From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe
Governors of northern states have condemned the deadly explosions that struck key locations in Maiduguri on Monday night, describing the attacks as a grave threat to peace and security in the North-East.
Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya, denounced the incident in strong terms, characterising it as “heinous, barbaric and a direct assault on innocent lives.”
The explosions reportedly occurred almost simultaneously at the gate of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, the Monday Market Roundabout and the Post Office area, leaving several people feared dead and many others injured.
In a statement issued on behalf of the forum, Governor Yahaya expressed deep sorrow over the incident and extended condolences to the government and people of Borno State, particularly families who lost loved ones.
“This senseless act of violence is not only reprehensible but a cruel attempt to instill fear and disrupt the fragile peace being restored in the North-East. It is an attack on our collective humanity and must be condemned in the strongest terms,” he said.
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The governors also sympathised with victims receiving treatment in various hospitals and prayed for their swift recovery. He commended first responders and security agencies for their prompt response in managing the aftermath of the blasts.
He reaffirmed the commitment of northern governors to collaborate with the Federal Government and security agencies to combat terrorism and other forms of criminality threatening the region.
He further urged residents to remain calm, vigilant and law-abiding, while cooperating with security agencies by providing credible information to aid ongoing investigations.
“Now, more than ever, we must stand united against forces of terror. Our resolve to secure our region remains unshaken, and together, we shall overcome these cowardly acts,” he added.
Governor Yahaya also called for intensified efforts to ensure that those responsible for the attacks are swiftly brought to justice, while praying for the repose of the souls of the victims.
