The Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has called for a more harmonious military/civilian relationship in Gashua town to promote peace in the area.
Governor Buni gave the directive following the misunderstanding between the two parties.
He described it as unfortunate that such incidents are happening at a time when the state is enjoying relative peace across the state.
“It is sad that lives are lost in an avoidable circumstance.
“Gov. Buni observed with dismay the reoccurring incident in Gashua saying, the state government would meet with the Military authorities to bring a permanent solution to such threats to the relationship.
“We should always be united to fight our common enemy and not to be adversaries against ourselves,” the governor cautioned.
He noted that the military and the residents have responsibilities to one another to achieve collective success.
The Governor prayed for the repose of the souls of the deceased persons and condoled with their families.
He directed free treatment to those who sustained injuries in the accident and were admitted to the Specialist Hospital, Gashua.
