‘Innocent Nigerians Were Bombed’ – Northern Elders React After Trump Launched Attack To Sokoto

The Northern States Christian Elders Forum (NOSCEF) has highlighted the urgent need for assistance in combating terrorism in Nigeria.

Recently, the United States announced a military operation targeting ISIS-linked militants in Sokoto, located in northwest Nigeria, at the request of Nigerian authorities.

This decision follows comments made by former President Trump in November, where he indicated a willingness to intervene militarily in Nigeria.

Elder Sunday Oibe, chairman of NOSCEF, emphasized that Nigeria is currently confronting a significant security crisis that necessitates decisive and collaborative responses. He expressed concern over the opposition to the proposed U.S. military intervention against terrorist groups, calling for unity in the fight against these threats. Oibe’s remarks came in light of growing public resistance to foreign military involvement in Nigeria’s security efforts, as reported by Vanguard.

“In whatever way this help comes as long as the Nigerian government is in the know, it is a welcome development. “Nigerians have been bleeding for far too long because of the activities of these criminal bandits, whom I prefer to call enemies of humanity.”

The Christian elders questioned the logic of opposing efforts aimed at eliminating terrorists in the country.

“Why should any sane mind be against rooting out these criminals by whatever means necessary?”

“We all saw how innocent Nigerians were bombed inside a mosque in Maiduguri just a few days ago.”

The NOSCEF chairman insisted that the identity or nationality of those assisting Nigeria should not matter.

He said the objective should be to end terrorism and restore peace.

“Whether it is American, Indian, or Togolese support that will help Nigeria uproot this evil, it should be welcomed. Nigerians simply want to live freely and go about their daily activities without fear of attack.”