President Goodluck Jonathan has directed the security agencies to launch a full-scale investigation into the bomb attack on the Central Mosque in Kano, earlier today, leaving over 150 people dead.
The President ordered that no stone should be left unturned until all agents of terror undermining the right of every citizen to life and dignity, are tracked down and brought to justice.
In a statement by his special adviser on media and publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, reacting to the attack which left several people dead and other injured, Jonathan said
that his government is determined to continue to take every step to put an end to the reprehensible acts of all groups and persons involved in acts of terrorism.
The President who described terrorism in all its forms and manifestation as a despicable and unjustifiable threat to Nigeria, asked Nigerians not to despair in this moment of great trial in the nation’s history but to remain united to confront the common enemy.
He expressed confidence that no terrorist act against fellow citizens will destroy the Nigerian spirit to remain positive, resolute and united in the quest for lasting peace and security in the country even as he appealed to all Nigerians to remain vigilant and cooperate actively with the security agencies to win the on-going war against terror.
The President sent his heartfelt condolences to the people and Government of Kano State and commiserated with all the families who lost their loved ones.
He called on relief agencies and medical personnel to deploy every possible effort to assist the injured, and the general public to heed the call for the donation of blood by the hospitals where the injured are being treated. [myad]
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