The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi
Gbajabiamila, said the attack on the Abuja-Kaduna ill-fated train devastated
lives and caused untold sufferings to the victims.
He expressed joy over the news of the release of the
remaining 23 hostages of the ill-fated AK-9 Abuja-Kaduna train attacked by
terrorists.
Gbajabiamila, who described it as comforting news, said he
appreciated the efforts of the Federal Government and the men of the Nigerian
military “for not relenting in their pursuit to secure Nigeria and Nigerians.”
This is according to a statement issued on Thursday by the Special Adviser to the Speaker on Media and Publicity, Lanre Lasisi, titled ‘Gbajabiamila Rejoices at News of Release of Abuja-Kaduna Train Hostages…Commends FG, Military.’
The Speaker also urged Nigerians to be relentless in their
pursuit of peace in all their daily undertakings.
He said, “Yesterday, the Federal Government of Nigeria
announced the release of fellow citizens kidnapped by terrorists in the
unfortunate attack on the Abuja-Kaduna train seven months ago. This is comforting news for the kidnapped
victims and all Nigerians who carried them in our hearts, praying and hoping
for a resolution to this unfortunate saga.
“Now begins the
process of healing and recovery for the victims and their families. This will
not be easy. These victims and their families deserve and will receive the
support of this House of Representatives and the government of the Federal
Republic of Nigeria as they work to rebuild their bodies and spirits and
restore normalcy to their lives.
“This morning, I remember the ones we lost in this attack. I
pray for the repose of their souls. And for the families who still mourn and
miss them, I know that words will never be enough to convey your loss or reduce
your grief. I pray that you will find peace and healing through the grace of
God.
“Like all the other terrorist attacks of the past two
decades, this attack on the Kaduna-bound train has devastated lives and caused
untold suffering.”
Going forward, Gbajabiamila said, the prevailing security
challenges should not dampen the spirit or discourage Nigerians from being
attentive to their personal and collective security of all.
He stated, “Let this incident renew our commitment to end the scourge of terrorism in Nigeria. Too many people have suffered for too long. It’s past time to end this pain and suffering. We owe the victims, their families and all Nigerians a debt. That debt will only be fully paid when the perpetrators of this attack are identified and punished for their grievous sins against the nation. I join all of you, all our fellow citizens and people of conscience, in welcoming home the released victims. May God bless the memory of the dead. May His love heal the wounded, and His grace comfort the bereaved.”
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