Jonathan Condemns ‘Heinous’ Attack On Kano Central Mosque, Urges Nigerians Not To Despair

President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has extended his heartfelt
condolences to the people and Government of Kano State over the
heinous attack on the Central Mosque in Kano, on Friday.
Suspected Boko Haram suicide bombers had detonated IEDs outside the
mosque during Juma'at prayers and as worshippers were scampering for
safety in the ensuing confusion, some gunmen opened fire on them.
The number of deaths was officially put at 35 with over 100 injured
but other reports suggest those that died in the attack are over 92.
In a statement yesterday evening by his Special Adviser on Media and
Publicity, Reuben Abati, the president commiserated with all the
families who lost their loved ones.
"The president calls on relief agencies and medical personnel to
deploy every possible effort to assist the injured, and the general
public to heed the call for the donation of blood by the hospitals
where the injured are being treated.
"The president has further directed the security agencies to launch a
full-scale investigation and to leave no stone unturned until all
agents of terror undermining the right of every citizen to life and
dignity, are tracked down and brought to justice.
"The president reaffirms that terrorism in all its forms and
manifestation is a despicable and unjustifiable threat to our society.
He reiterates the determination of the government to continue to take
every step to put an end to the reprehensible acts of all groups and
persons involved in acts of terrorism.
"President Jonathan calls on all Nigerians not to despair in this
moment of great trial in our nation's history but to remain united to
confront the common enemy.
"The President is confident that no terrorist act against fellow
citizens will destroy the Nigerian spirit to remain positive, resolute
and united in the quest for lasting peace and security in the country.
"He appeals to all Nigerians to remain vigilant and cooperate actively
with our security agencies to win the on-going war against terror",
the statement said.