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Sokoto killings: Atiku urges FG to bring perpetrators to justice

From The Punch · () English

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  • Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar urged the Nigerian Federal Government to take decisive action against insecurity following the killing of 32 people in Sokoto State.
  • Abubakar criticized the government's reliance on condolence messages, stating that they are insufficient to address recurring attacks.
  • He called for strengthened intelligence gathering, community security, and prosecution of perpetrators.

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has called on the Nigerian Federal Government to move beyond issuing condolence messages and implement concrete measures to combat the escalating insecurity across the country. His statement follows the recent killing of 32 individuals in the Ungushi community, Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State.

I am devastated by the killing of 32 innocent Nigerians in Ungushi community, Kebbe LGA of Sokoto State.

— Atiku AbubakarExpressing grief over the recent killings.

Abubakar expressed his devastation over the deaths, describing the victims as innocent Nigerians and highlighting the worsening security situation. He conveyed his sympathy to the bereaved families and the people of Sokoto State, praying for the repose of the deceased and strength for their loved ones.

But condolences are no longer enough. How many more Nigerians must be slaughtered before this government treats the protection of human life as an emergency?

— Atiku AbubakarCriticizing the government's response to insecurity.

"But condolences are no longer enough. How many more Nigerians must be slaughtered before this government treats the protection of human life as an emergency?" Abubakar questioned, emphasizing that recurring attacks demand more than just statements after each massacre. He urged the government to bolster intelligence gathering, secure vulnerable communities, and ensure the swift arrest and prosecution of those responsible for the killings.

The Federal Government must move from condolences to action: strengthen intelligence, secure vulnerable communities and bring the perpetrators to justice.

— Atiku AbubakarDemanding concrete actions from the government.

"The first duty of government is to protect life. Nigerians cannot continue to bury their loved ones while those entrusted with their security offer excuses," Abubakar stated, stressing the primary responsibility of government to safeguard its citizens' lives and property. He prayed for peace in Sokoto State and nationwide, urging urgent government action to prevent further loss of life.

The first duty of government is to protect life. Nigerians cannot continue to bury their loved ones while those entrusted with their security offer excuses.

— Atiku AbubakarStating the fundamental responsibility of government.
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