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Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has expressed deep sorrow over the recent deaths of Nigerian soldiers, describing the incidents as heartbreaking and utterly condemnable.
“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,” Obi stated in a post on Friday via X.
Obi condemned the killings and praised the bravery of Nigerian troops.
“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,” he stated.
The former Anambra State governor also lamented another fatal incident in Lagos, where four soldiers were reportedly killed after a vehicle lost control and crashed into them outside their barracks.
“Sadly, this morning too, I read the unpleasant reports of the unfortunate death of about four soldiers in Lagos. A vehicle was reported to have lost control and crashed into the soldiers outside the barracks,” he said.
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Obi extended his condolences to the families of the deceased soldiers and the Nigerian Army, urging them to remain steadfast despite the painful losses.
“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,” he added.
He further prayed for the souls of the fallen soldiers and wished a quick recovery for the injured.
“May God grant eternal rest to the dead, grant us all the fortitude to bear their losses, and grant quick healing to the injured,” Obi added.
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