LAGOS – A security expert, Mr Seyi Babaeko, has condemned the recent bombing of a hospital in Maiduguri, describing the attack as a heinous act against innocent civilians and healthcare workers.
Babaeko, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Absolute Security and Advance Protocol Ltd (ASAP Ltd), made the condemnation in an interview with newsmen in Lagos on Wednesday.
He said the incident represented a grave assault on humanity and a clear violation of international humanitarian norms.
Babaeko stressed that hospitals were sacred institutions meant to save lives and should never be targets of violence.
He extended his condolences to the families of the victims and expressed solidarity with residents of Maiduguri and the wider Borno community.
The expert also prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured in the attack.
According to him, terrorism continues to pose a significant threat to Nigeria’s peace and development..
“Such violence affects all citizens regardless of ethnic, religious, or regional differences, ” he said.
Calling for a unified response, Babaeko urged Nigerians, community leaders, civil society groups, and government at all levels to work together in combating terrorism and safeguarding national stability.
He also commended the efforts of the Nigerian Armed Forces, security agencies, and local vigilance groups for their continued sacrifices in the fight against insurgency.
Babaeko said that national unity remained key to overcoming terrorism in Nigeria. (NAN)
