President Bola Tinubu has consoled residents and families of victims of Sunday\u2019s deadly attack in Jos, Plateau State, which left at least 28 people dead and 22 others injured, assuring them that such an incident will not recur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He gave the assurance during his visit to Jos on Thursday, where he interacted with government officials, traditional leaders, and affected families, among others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cTo the victims, there is nothing I can give you, whether in billions of naira, but I can console you and promise that this experience will not repeat itself,\u201d Tinubu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Speaking directly to the woman seen holding her dead son in a viral video following the attack, Tinubu said,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI know your pain; I saw in the video how you held on to your son and felt the agony in your heart. Only God can give you joy and comfort. No amount of money can compensate for your loss. As a government, we will do our best to support and comfort you.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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