The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila,on Thursday, said that the attack on the Abuja-Kaduna ill-fated train devastated lives and caused untold sufferings to the victims.
In a statement issued on Thursday by the Special Adviser to the Speaker on Media and Publicity, Lanre Lasisi, titled ‘Gbajabiamila Rejoices at News of Release of Abuja-Kaduna Train Hostages…Commends FG, Military.’
He expressed joy over the news of the release of the remaining 23 hostages of the ill-fated AK-9 Abuja-Kaduna train attacked by terrorists, describing it as comforting news.
He appreciated the efforts of the Federal Government and the men of the Nigerian military “for not relenting in their pursuit to secure Nigeria and Nigerians.”
The Speaker urged Nigerians to be relentless in their pursuit of peace in all their daily undertakings.
He said, “Yesterday, the Federal Government of Nigeria announced the release of fellow citizens kidnapped by terrorists in the unfortunate attack on the Abuja-Kaduna train seven months ago. This is comforting news for the kidnapped victims and all Nigerians who carried them in our hearts, praying and hoping for a resolution to this unfortunate saga.
“Now begins the process of healing and recovery for the victims and their families. This will not be easy. These victims and their families deserve and will receive the support of this House of Representatives and the government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as they work to rebuild their bodies and spirits and restore normalcy to their lives.
“This morning, I remember the ones we lost in this attack. I pray for the repose of their souls. And for the families who still mourn and miss them, I know that words will never be enough to convey your loss or reduce your grief. I pray that you will find peace and healing through the grace of God.
“Like all the other terrorist attacks of the past two decades, this attack on the Kaduna-bound train has devastated lives and caused untold suffering.”
He welcomed home the release of the victims, praying to God to bless the memory of the dead, heal the wounded and comfort the bereaved.