By Chris Udochukwu
ABUJA – Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the February 25, 2023 general election, Atiku Abubakar has reacted to the killing of Soldiers and civilians in Abia state, saying that the time has come to explore a political resolution to the Nnamdi Kanu and other associated issues.
Atiku who said he believed that this will defuse the compressor cooker situation in the region, also condemned the violence that led to the senseless killing.
The former Vice President stated this via his X account on Friday extended his heartfelt condolences to families and friends of those who may have lost a loved ones.
He further lamented the impact of the declared sit-at-home in the Southeast region of on students writing West African Examination Council (WAEC) examinations.
The Turaki Adamawa called for the lifting of the veil of the so-called unknown Gun Men hiding under cover to unleash death and mayhem to ensure that criminal elements are separated from legitimate agitators.
His statement which he personaly signed reads in full:
“The violence that led to the killing of soldiers and civilians in Abia State on Thursday stands condemned. My thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of those who may have lost a loved one. May their souls rest in peace. But even more profound is the impact of yesterday’s sit-at-home in the Southeast region of our country on students writing WAEC examinations.
“The veil of the so-called Unknown Gun Men hiding under cover to unleash death and mayhem must be lifted to ensure that criminal elements are separated from legitimate agitators.
“To this end, without prejudice to the ongoing legal processes, I think the time has come to explore a political resolution to the Nnamdi Kanu and other associated issues. I believe that this will defuse the compressor cooker situation in the region. It will be a win-win for all parties. -AA
