Niger state Governor Sani Bello has expressed grief on the death of many who drowned in the Guni-Zumba river while fleeing terrorist attacks in Guni and Kurgbaku communities in Munya LGA of the state.
It could be recalled that some people including women and children were said to have drowned in Guni-Zumba River while trying to flee attacks on Guni and Kurgbaku communities in Munya LGA. The attacks which were said to be simultaneous forced the people to flee to safety in an overloaded boat which later capsized killing all on board as no one was said to be rescued.
This was disclosed in a statement by chief press secretary to the governor, Mary Noel-Berje, disclosing that the governor described the incident as painful and disturbing.
He decried the unprovoked attacks on innocent citizens in these communities, and condoled with the family members of the deceased and the entire people of Munya local government area.
The governor emphatically stated that no matter how hard the criminals sustain their atrocious activities, government will remain steadfast and not be dampened in its efforts to end criminality in the state.
While appreciating the efforts and sacrifices of the joint security operatives, Bello enjoined them to continue sealing up their activities, and be more proactive in their operations. He then prayed to God to forgive all those who lost their lives and grant their loved ones the fortitude to bear the loss.
Furthermore, the governor directed State Emergency Agency to immediately commence search and rescue operations as well as provide succor to the rest people in the affected communities
Source: www.clintonsdaily.com
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