By PAMELA EBOH Awka

The Alumni Association of the National Institute (AANI) on Tuesday expressed profound sorrow over the recent tragic military bombing at Tudun Biri village, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

It expressed its heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, the government and good people of Igabi LGA and Kaduna State, saying: “Our thoughts are with all Nigerians too over this incident.”

The association called for the continued medical attention and evacuation of seriously injured victims to advanced medical facilities, even as it urged the government to consider compensating the victims, recognizing the importance of providing support during these challenging times.

AANI also called for concerted efforts of all stakeholders involved in responding to the unfortunate incident.

While appreciating the swift response of the government and emergency services in addressing the immediate aftermath of the incident, the group acknowledged the challenges faced by the military.

It added: “We advocate for a comprehensive inquiry to prevent future incidents. We believe that the military could not have intentionally targeted innocent civilians, emphasizing understanding while seeking accountability.

“However, our association advocates for caution among the public, especially those advocating for sanctions against the military to prevent demoralisation of the military and jeopardising their dedicated efforts against terror.”

AANI further harped on the need for unity and support for the armed forces and security agencies, recognizing the immense sacrifices they make in the fight against terrorism, insurgency and other criminals in the face of adversity and the trying times bedeviling the nation.

The statement which was signed by Brigadier General Sani Kukasheka Usman (rtd), Sarkin Yakin Kanwan Katsina, AANI National Publicity Secretary, and made available to News Express, noted that the unity and support for the security personnel will contribute to enhancing the safety of civilians in conflict zones.