‘A Horror Dream’ – NGF Condemns Kaduna Train Attack

The Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) has expressed sadness over the terror attack on a Kaduna-bound train which left eight dead and 16 others injured.

Recall that bandit terrorists on Monday night bombed the Abuja-Kaduna train between Katari and Regina axis, leading to the death of some passengers.

The terrorists thereafter attacked the passengers and abducted some whose whereabouts are still unknown.

In a statement on Wednesday by its chairman, Kayode Fayemi, the NGF described the attack as a horror dream and called for immediate action to stop the senseless killing in the nation.

The forum said the level of attacks is becoming too regular which questions the governors’ capacity to lead their states, urging security agencies to prevent future attacks on the country’s infrastructure.

It pointed out that the spate of attacks in the country’s national experience will certainly be forgotten while commiserating with the families of the victims.

The statement reads: “First, as leaders, we owe the victims and their relations an apology as these unwarranted acts of violence are becoming too regular and they basically question our collective capacity to govern.

“God will grant those that lost their lives eternal peace and a place in the deepest recesses of heaven. We wish those that were injured speedy recovery to resume their lives and put their heartless aggressors to shame.

“If the intention of these murderers is to disrupt the peaceful coexistence of Nigerians, they will not succeed and when eventually total peace returns to the country, they will surely either be lifeless or excluded. I can assure you that this is an ugly phase in our national experience. It will certainly pass.”

The forum condoled the government and good people of Kaduna over the tragic attack and commended the security forces for their bravery in curtailing the attack.

It added: “While expressing our sincere condolences to Nigerians particularly the government and good people of Kaduna State, we want to salute the bravery of our security forces in curtailing the magnitude of havoc this attack was intended to visit on innocent travelers. Our prayers are with you.

“We would continue to drum our support for the professional work you do and provide assistance in enhancing your operational strength and combat readiness. We recognize the enormous risk you take every day.

“The cowards behind this will certainly not take over our country. Their violent demeanour will not result in anything positive instead it will confine them to an uncomfortable life in the jungle until the long arm of the law catches up with them.”