The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr. Abbas Tajudeen has condemned the bomb explosion in Zamfara State, leading to the death of seven persons.
Suspected terrorists had planted an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) along the Magami–Dansadau highway in the Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State on Saturday, killing passengers of a bus.
The Speaker, who described the attack as cowardly, said it is unfortunate that it was carried out shortly after the Nigerian and the American Governments launched a joint operation against terrorism in the country, with strikes on terrorists hideouts in parts of the North-West on Thursday.
While vowing that terrorism, banditry, and other crimes against the state will be resisted, Speaker Abbas noted that new strategic security measures were introduced by the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to check criminal activities.
Speaker Abbas also stated that Nigerians, more than ever before, have remained undaunted and more supportive of the government to tackle threats to life and property.
He restated the commitment of the House, and the National Assembly by extension, to providing legislative and budgetary backing towards achieving a safe and secure Nigeria.
Speaker Abbas prayed to Allah (SWT) for the repose of the souls of the victims. He equally extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, the people, and the government of Zamfara State over the unfortunate incident.