Senator Sunday Marshall Katung, representing Kaduna South Senatorial District at the National Assembly, has pledged to ensure justice for the victims of a military drone incident in Tudun Biri community, Igabi Local Government Area (LGA) of Kaduna State.
The Nigerian Army acknowledged on Monday that during an operation against terrorists in Tudun Biri village, they mistakenly bombed villagers who were attending a religious function.
In a statement expressing condolences to the affected community and the people of Kaduna State, Senator Katung assured that efforts would be made to take care of the survivors and provide justice.
“The unfortunate incident resulted in the death of many of our citizens and several others injured. This incident is quite regrettable and a temporary setback to the renewed onslaught against terrorists and bandits in that area, Kaduna State, and the nation at large.”
“I, therefore, commiserate with the families and community of the victims, the people, and the Senator of Kaduna Central Senatorial District, and also the government of Kaduna State over the tragic incident.
“I also want to commend His Excellency, Sen. Uba Sani, for his prompt and courageous response by ordering the immediate investigation into remote cause of the mishap, and also meeting with community and religious leaders to avert the possible breakdown of law and order in the state. I enjoin citizens to trust this process and remain calm and peaceful while we all mourn.
“Myself and the Senator from Kaduna North Senatorial District, Sen. Ibrahim Khalid will be working with Sen. Lawal Adamu Usman and the state government to ensure that the victims are well catered for, while investigations are ongoing,” Katung added.
