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From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed grief over the alleged accidental airstrike by the military in some communities in Sokoto State, which resulted in death of some civilians
The PDP, in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, commiserated with the people of Sokoto.
The military reportedly mistakenly bombed two communities, last week, while chasing terrorists in the area, resulting in the death of some of the villagers. However, the military said the victims were killed by “secondary explosion.”
Nevertheless, the PDP said there was need for investigation into the incident.
“After an analysis of the reports of the mistaken airstrike, the PDP demands an urgent system wide investigation into the tragic incident with the view to further guarantee the protection and safety of civilians in the fight against terrorism in the country.
“Our party recalls similar incidents that claimed the lives of civilians in Kaduna State in December 2023 and September 2024 respectively and urged for steps to avoid such calamity in the future.
“The PDP condoles with the families of the victims of the sad incident and urges the Federal Government to take necessary steps to compensate the families of the dead as well as ensure adequate medical attention for the speedy recovery of the wounded.
“While calling for more professionalism, the PDP urges the military not to relent in its patriotic efforts in the fight against terrorism in our country, “ the opposition party stated.
