President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday condemned the terrorist attack in the western region of Niger Republic, a place near the Mali border. The attack resulted in the killing of 67 military personnel, with 34 people still unaccounted.
He expressed deep shock and sadness over the heinous and despicable attack that reportedly crossed in from neighboring Mali. President Buhari expressed the solidarity of the Nigerian government with that of the people of Niger Republic in the aftermath of the tragedy.
President Buhari seriously condemned the terrorist act; he also reaffirmed the resolve of his administration to continue working closely with neighbouring countries, as well as international partners, to defeat terrorism in the sub region.
”On behalf of myself, the government and people of Nigeria, I send our deepest condolences to the families of the bereaved, the government and the people of Niger Republic following this dastardly attack.
”We offer prayers for the repose of those murdered and for the safe recovery and return of those who are still to be accounted for,” He said.