The All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in seperate statements have both condemned, the Friday attack on the Kano Central, which left no fewer than 120 person died and 270 seriously injured.
Excerpts from a statement issued by APC’s National Publicity Secretary, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, in Lagos on Saturday reads:
”Every attack against innocent people, including women and children, or those who are performing or pursuing their commitment to their God or faith, is a cowardly and senseless victimization and exploitation of vulnerability.
”The fabric and character of our people, whether in Kano or anywhere else across the nation, are stronger than this attack on our collective humanity. Our resolve as a nation will always overcome evil and any assault on how we live and practice our respective faith. ”
APC stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the people of Kano and all the affected families at this difficult time. We pray that God will grant repose to the soul of those who were killed in the blast, while also wishing all those who were injured in the attack a speedy recovery. We urge all citizens to demonstrate the Nigerian spirit of compassion and strength of character by providing succor and support to one another,” parts of the statement read.
Meanwhile, PDP in its own state, signed and released by PDP National Publicity Secretary, Olisa Metuh said the tragic attack is “very painful.”
In the statement, he noted that the party was grief-stricken when it received the news of the gruesome attack “especially considering that the victims were harmless Nigerians who were at the mosque to offer prayers and express their allegiance and love for the Almighty God.”
“Indeed, our hearts ache for our brothers and sisters who were slaughtered in this horrible attack. We grieve for the bereaved, especially those who have been widowed and orphaned today. We share in their sorrows and pray that those behind this atrocious act must not escape justice, ” a portion of the statement read.
Both parties advised security agencies in the country to up their game to ensure protect of lives and properties.