The Senator representing Zamfara west senatorial district, Abdul’aziz Yari Abubakar, has expressed deep sympathy for the victims of a recent airstrike in Tungar-Kara, Maradun Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
The airstrike, reportedly targetted at neutralizing fleeing bandits, mistakenly claimed several lives of innocent citizens in the village.
In a statement signed by Al’mansoor Gusau, Director-General Media to Senator Yari, the senator called for calm, while extending condolences to the families of the deceased and offering prayers for the quick recovery of the injured ones.
The senator prayed for Allah to accept the deceased as martyrs and grant them aljannah Firdausi.
He also commended the military for their ongoing efforts to address banditry, but urged for more cautious measures in future operations to prevent unintended casualties.
Senator Yari reiterated his hope for peace and prosperity in Zamfara State and across the country.
Yari expresses deep sorrow over mistaken airstrike in Zamfara community
The airstrike, reportedly targetted at neutralizing fleeing bandits, mistakenly claimed several lives of innocent citizens in the village.