The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Mr. Peter Obi, has lamented the tragic deaths of Nigerian soldiers in their bid to keep the nation secure.”
Obi recounted the death of at least 35 Nigerian soldiers who were killed in the line of duty for the month of January 2025.
In a post on his official X handle, Obi again lamented the deaths of four soldiers on Friday who a drunken driver rammed into, killing and injuring others.
Obi further sent his condolences to the families of all the dead soldiers and the Nigerian Army encouraging them not to be dispirited.
His post reads,”Reports indicate that at least 35 Nigerian soldiers have been killed in the line of duty this month alone.
“The most devastating of the attacks on our military men seems to be the terrorist attack on an army base in Malam-Fatori town in Borno state where about 20 Nigerian soldiers lost their lives.This is totally condemnable.
“Our courageous soldiers have remained resolute in the fight against insecurity. It is utterly heartbreaking to read the reports of their tragic deaths, orchestrated by terrorists.
“Sadly this morning too, I read the unpleasant reports of the unfortunate death of about 4 soldiers in Lagos. A vehicle was reported to have lost control and crashed into the soldiers outside the barracks.
“I sincerely condole with the families of all the dead soldiers and the Nigerian Army, over these tragic incidents.
“I encourage them not to be dispirited by these painful attacks but to strengthen their resolve to stamp out this monster of insecurity from our nation. May God grant eternal to the dead, grant us all the fortitude to bear their losses, and grant quick healing to the injured.”
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