The former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has expressed profound sorrow over reports of an airstrike by a military jet targeting the people of Gidan Sama and Rumtuwa in Sokoto State, resulting in the deaths of at least 10 people.

 

In a post on his X account on Saturday, Obi stated: "I received the report of this unfortunate incident with deep sadness, where a military jet mistakenly attacked civilians in Gidan Sama and Rumtuwa in Sokoto State, leading to the loss of at least 10 lives."

 

He added, "While we continue to employ all effective strategies in our fight to address the insecurity plaguing our nation, we must ensure that the civilians we are duty-bound to protect do not become victims of this war, especially in cases where such tragedies can be avoided."

 

Peter Obi commended the military for their efforts in combating terrorists but urged them to employ thorough procedures.

 

"Our soldiers have done an incredible job fighting the criminals who are terrorizing our nation. I encourage them to adopt meticulous processes in launching attacks on terrorist camps to avoid further mistakes that result in the loss of civilian lives, which has now become all too frequent."

 

Obi extended his condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and to the communities affected by this tragedy.

 

He said, "I extend my heartfelt condolences to the families who have suffered this great loss, as well as to the government and people of Sokoto State regarding this tragic event. May God grant them and all of us the strength to endure this monumental loss."

 

Finally, Obi prayed for the deceased.

 

"May God forgive the sins of those who passed away, grant them Aljannah Firdaus (Paradise), and provide a speedy and full recovery to the injured," he said.