Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed concern over the recurring incidents of miscalculated airstrikes by Nigerian security forces.
On Sunday, many innocent residents of the Tudun Biri community in Kaduna State were killed when a Nigerian Army drone struck a gathering of Muslims commemorating Maulud.
Reacting to the incident, in a statement on his X handle, Mr Abubakar expressed sadness over the deaths of the victims.
According to him, the country needs to develop counterinsurgency measures that protect civilians from harm.
“I am grieved by the news of the drone airstrike that killed dozens of people and left scores of others with various degrees of injury in the Tudun Biri community in Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
“Ironically, the victims of this unfortunate incident were celebrating the Maulud anniversary.
“The incidence of miscalculated air strikes is assuming a worrisome dimension in the country.
“We need to develop counterinsurgency strategies that will insulate the civilian population from tragic incidents of this nature,” Mr Abubakar said.
Mr Atiku urged the federal government to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident in order to avert future occurrences.
“I call on the authorities to launch a thorough investigation into this tragedy to avert future occurrences.
“Meanwhile, no resource should be spared in medical attention to the injured and assistance to the families of the dead.
“I pray that the Almighty Allah comforts the bereaved families and grants the dead eternal peace,” the former vice president added.
