The Labour Party Presidential Candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi has condemned the mass killing in Plateau, Zamfara, Katsina and Anambra States.
The former Anambra State governor via the microblogging platform, X formerly Twitter on Tuesday while reacting to the killings, berated the spate of insecurity in Nigeria, noting that countries in open war, were yet to experience such degree of violence as recorded in some sections of the country.
This publication earlier reports that over 100 bodies were murdered in cold blood, with over 200 houses razed after a coordinated attack on 20 communities on Christmas Eve in Plateau State.
Speaking about the horrid incident, Obi said,
“After my sympathy visit to the Regent of Oba Community in Anambra State for the recent horrific killing of people in a nightclub in that community; plus the mindless act of terrorism that occurred on Christmas Day in Plateau State, where the death toll is now reportedly more than 100 with over 300 injured;
“With the saddening acts of violence that have occurred in Zamfara and Katsina States where farmers were killed and several others kidnapped, and the many other violent attacks in many parts of the country, which may go unreported; my thoughts went to our overstretched security operatives.”
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To Obi, the welfare of the various security agencies whose duty is to safeguard human lives and properties despite the overwhelming nature of insecurity should also not be ignored.
“I am referring to those who face the risk of the supreme sacrifice to protect and defend the freedom of our dear nation and the liberties that come with our democracy. Let us spare them our thoughts and prayers this season.
“Let them be reassured that their labours are appreciated by a grateful nation. Great nations are built by rulers, citizens, and the protectors of freedom.
“Therefore, to all our illustrious heroes, please accept the prayers and thoughts of your compatriots and the appreciation of a grateful nation for your services and sacrifices,”
he said