Kaduna, 13 December, 2023 / 2:58 pm (ACI Africa).
Officials of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) have cautioned the people of God in the country against using the reportedly accidental airstrike involving a military drone that killed dozens in Nigeria’s Kaduna State “for personal gain”.
According to Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, Muslims who were participating in Maulud celebrations on December 3 in the village of Tudun Biri, Northern Kaduna State, “were mistakenly killed and many others injured following a military drone attack targeting terrorists and bandits".
In a statement published Monday, December 11, CAN officials who include representatives of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) say, "We appeal to all interest groups, be it political or religious, to refrain from capitalizing on this tragic incident for personal gain,"
Instead, the Christian leaders in Nigeria say, focus needs to remain on supporting those affected by the tragic episode and working together to prevent future occurrences.
At least 85 people were killed and dozens left injured following the drone attack.
