Pres. Jonathan Sad about Nyanya Bombing, Increases Security in Abuja

Reuben Abati, the spokesman for President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has revealed that the commander-in-chief is saddened by the Nyanya Bombing which took place this morning. It has been reported that so far, 71 people are confirmed dead, and 124 injured. In a series of tweets, Abati says the President extends his condolences and has heightened security in Abuja following the bombing. He has also directed medical services to do their best and save lives.

D’banj Sounds off on Violence, Pays Hospital Bills of Nyanya Victims

Nigerian music star D’banj yesterday Tuesday 22nd April 2014, visited victims of the Nyanya bomb explosion in Abuja. Bangalee went to the Asokoro District Hospital, Abuja, with the FCT Health Secretary Dr Ademola Onakomaiya. Speaking to reporters, he said “I am a Nigerian and I am affected by any tragedy that befalls us and particularly in the spirit of Easter, I came to show the victims support. I have seen that the survivors are responding positively to treatment and thanked the medical team here for the efforts. We are appealing to the perpetrators of these acts to have a rethink and support the peace initiative so that our people would not be subjected to such wickedness.” D”banj also gave gifts to the victims and paid some hospital bills. With reports that D’banj paid hospital bills for the victims, does this mean the government isn’t paying the fees of those affected?