Leaders of Tudun Biri village in Kaduna State have disassociated themselves from a reported legal action against the military over the mistaken bombing of the community.
News About Nigeria reported that some residents had filed a lawsuit against the federal government, seeking N33 billion in compensation on behalf of the community for the loss of lives.
Balarabe Garba, the village head of Ifira, led a delegation of affected villagers from Tudun Biri to meet with Governor Uba Sani on Wednesday.
During the meeting, Garba clarified that the villagers were unaware of any legal team representing them for compensation.
He stated that the community was satisfied with the responses from both the state and federal governments, as well as the military and fellow Nigerians since the incident occurred.
“We are not part of the legal suit instituted against the federal government. We are law-abiding citizens and will not allow ourselves to be used by anyone,” Garba said.
Reverend Musa Saidu, a resident of the village, said that there is a harmonious coexistence of Christians and Muslims in the mixed community.
He said that the community is united and determined not to let anyone sow discord among them.
Governor Uba Sani, pleased with the villagers’ stance, pledged to identify those attempting to exploit the villagers’ names for personal gain or to stir trouble.
He announced that all donations received from the President and other government officials would be entrusted to a committee, including five members of the affected families, ensuring transparent and equitable utilisation for the community’s collective benefit.
