Title: The recurring bombings in northern Nigeria: a tragedy difficult to bear for the inhabitants of the north
Introduction:
People in northern Nigeria have long suffered the devastating consequences of military bombing. In this article, we will explore the concerns expressed by Sheikh Muhammad Bello Yabo, a respected Islamic scholar based in Sokoto, about these repeated bombings. We will also examine the possible reasons behind these attacks and Sheikh Yabo’s call for unity.
Sheikh Yabo is concerned about the consequences of recurring bombings in northern Nigeria:
In a video posted on social networks, Sheikh Yabo expresses his deep dismay at the recent bombings in the north of the country. He notes that the northern region is bleeding following attacks on villages in Kaduna during the Maulud celebration.
According to Sheikh Yabo, it is not uncommon for security agencies to make tragic mistakes by dropping bombs on innocent populations. He cites examples such as the bombing of IDPs in Borno State, Yobe and Nasarawa. What is striking is that these errors never occur in the southern or eastern regions of the country. This raises serious questions about the lack of understanding of the real situation in the north and highlights the lack of unity between different parts of the country.
A suffering north:
Sheikh Yabo emphasizes that northern Nigeria is undergoing multiple challenges, from bandit attacks to the ravages of famine. In this already difficult context, the army’s bombings place an additional burden on the region’s inhabitants. He believes it is essential for the people of the north to turn to Allah and ask for His protection and mercy.
A real injustice:
Sheikh Yabo also points out the injustice of the prolonged detention of Tukur Mamu, a Kaduna-based publisher. He considers that his only crime was to have served as an intermediary between the families of the passengers kidnapped on the train from Kaduna to Abuja and the terrorists. The fact that he is still in detention, while other figures, such as Sunday Igboho, have been released, is causing great frustration among northerners. Sheikh Yabo calls for solidarity and unity among northerners to fight against these blatant injustices.
Conclusion:
Recurrent bombings in northern Nigeria continue to cause unimaginable suffering to the region’s residents. The concerns expressed by Sheikh Muhammad Bello Yabo highlight the need for unity among different parts of the country to combat these unjust attacks. It is time for concrete steps to protect innocent lives and restore peace in northern Nigeria.