Vice President Kashim Shettima on Thursday visited Kaduna State to sympathize with the victims and families of those affected by the recent military air strike in Tudun Biri village, Igabi Local Government Area.
His arrival at the Nigerian Air Force base, Mando was greeted by Governor Uba Sani and senior officials of the Kaduna State Government.
Initially scheduled for Wednesday, Shettima postponed his visit to Thursday to engage with the affected communities.
This condolence visit, is coming four days after the tragic airstrike that resulted in the deaths of more than 85 people and various degrees of injuries.
The unfortunate incident has drawn widespread condemnation from both local and international organizations.
Calls for investigations and the implementation of standardized procedural measures have emerged in response to the incident.
Taking responsibility for the accident, the Army, represented by Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Christopher Musa, offered apologies during his visit to the affected community.
Assurances were made to prevent any recurrence of such a devastating incident.
