Peter Obi condemns killing of soldiers

Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed deep sorrow over the recent loss of at least 35 Nigerian soldiers in the line of duty this month.

In a statement on X on Friday, he described the situation as heartbreaking and condemned the persistent attacks on military personnel across the country.

The most devastating of these incidents occurred in Malam-Fatori, Borno State, where about 20 soldiers lost their lives in a terrorist attack on an army base.

Obi decried the brazen assault, stressing the sacrifices made by Nigerian troops in combating insecurity.

He also lamented the tragic accident in Lagos, where four soldiers reportedly died after a vehicle lost control and crashed into them outside the barracks.
“I sincerely condole with the families of all the dead soldiers and the Nigerian Army over these tragic incidents,” Obi stated.

“I encourage them not to be dispirited by these painful attacks but to strengthen their resolve to stamp out this monster of insecurity from our nation.”

He prayed for the repose of the souls of the fallen soldiers and for the quick recovery of the injured while urging the government to intensify efforts in addressing the security challenges facing the country.