The condolences from the Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, to the paramount ruler of the Igala kingdom, Alaji Mathew Opaluwa, over the tragic death of his sister, Mallama Meimunat Opaluwa-Sani, and her granddaughter, have been expressed. The victims were set ablaze by suspected arsonists in Idah, as reported by NewsNow.
In a message conveyed through his Special Assistant on Media, Lizzy Okoji, Prince Audu termed the deaths as tragic and sacrilegious. He also emphasized the need for security agencies to thoroughly investigate the alleged arson and ensure that the perpetrators are brought to justice.
Prince Audu extended his heartfelt condolences to the royal family and the entire Igala Kingdom, highlighting the loss suffered by the community. Additionally, he urged that such acts of sacrilege must be discouraged and that justice should serve as a deterrent to others. He concluded with prayers for the souls of the deceased and for the family to find strength in this difficult time.
The minister’s condolences and empathetic words come as a gesture of support and solidarity to the grieving Igala community.