NUJ Chairman Condemns Bombings In Borno, Yobe

The NUJ Chairman in Cross River, Mr Eniang Ndem, says that destruction of lives and property will not solve any problem in the country.

Ndem, who spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Calabar said that violence was not the best way of seeking redress on any grievances.

“Terrorist act should be condemned because whatever their grievances are, bombings and destruction of lives and property cannot be the solution,’’ he said.

He called on those behind the act to make their demands known rather than perpetrating such acts, saying that terrorism tarnished the good image of the country.

According to him, the security agencies should also learn to be more proactive in unravelling such acts so as to protect the lives and property of the citizens.

He challenged security operatives to be more alive to their responsibilities, saying that they must reassure Nigerians and the international community of their readiness to protect lives and property.

“The further threats to bomb some parts of Abuja are a challenge to the security agencies in the country.

“The government and the security agencies must reassure Nigerians and the world, that they are capable of protecting lives and property of everybody,’’ he said.

He said that burning of places of worship was the handiwork of some fundamentalists.

“It is very unfortunate that places of worship were burnt. At this age and time people should be allowed to choose how they want to worship,’’ he added.

He called on Nigerians to shun violence and always be their brothers’ keepers.