MURIC Calls on FG to Investigate Bombing of Kaduna Villagers

• MURIC calls for a thorough investigation into the Tudun-Biri bombing incident, condemning the killing of innocent villagers and demanding accountability
• The organization urges the Nigerian government to compensate victims’ families and emphasizes the need for soldiers to exercise caution

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has urged the Federal Government to conduct a thorough investigation into the bombing incident in Tudun-Biri, Igabi Local Government of Kaduna State, where about 120 villagers were reportedly killed by the Nigerian Army.

In a statement released on Wednesday, Prof. Ishaq Akintola, the Executive Director of MURIC, expressed deep concern over the incident that occurred on Sunday, December 3, as villagers were celebrating the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

While acknowledging the Nigerian Army’s acceptance of responsibility for the attack, MURIC strongly condemned the killing of unarmed and innocent villagers, attributing it to carelessness and a lack of professionalism.

MURIC called for a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy, emphasizing that those found responsible for the callous murder of innocent Muslim villagers must face the full consequences of the law.

Additionally, the organization demanded full compensation for the lives lost and properties destroyed in the thoughtless attack. Stressing the sanctity of life, MURIC underscored the need for soldiers to exercise caution and refrain from turning innocent civilians into targets of their military operations.

Defence Minister Visits Victims Of Kaduna Accidental Bombing

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Muhammed Bello Matawalle, along with the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana has led a high-level delegation to visit and express Federal Government’s condolences to the victims of the recent accidental bombing by the Nigerian Army in Agabi Local Government, Kaduna State.

The Minister, while condemning the unfortunate incident, said that despite what has happened, the fight against insurgency and terrorism must continue.

“We are not going to relent in our fight against terrorism because these criminals must be defeated.

“We are going to continue fighting the criminals till we succeed against banditry and other criminalities in this country,” he said.