Nigeria: US condemns attacks in Kano and Bauchi State
Tuesday, January 24th, 2012 11:27:34 by Fayyaz Yaseen
Nigeria: US condemns attacks in Kano and Bauchi State
Washington DC: (Tuesday, January 24, 2012) The United States has strongly condemnd the terrorist attacks in the city of Kano and Bauchi state in Nigeria over the past several days.
Expressing its grief and condolence to the bereaved families, the US State Department stated, “We extend our condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims of this senseless violence. We call for a full investigation
of the attacks and for those responsible to be held accountable.”
It further added, “This is a time for all Nigerians to stand united against the enemies of civility and peace. Nigeria’s ethnic and religious diversity is a source of strength for the country and those who seek to undermine that
strength with divisive tactics cannot succeed.”
Expressing its resolve to remain engaged with the Nigerian officials, the State Department added further, “The United States remains strongly committed to working with Nigerian officials to find a way to bring peace to the north
through both security and political responses and to work with the Nigerian government and others in the international community to promote greater economic development and long-term growth throughout northern Nigeria.
Reiterating its resolve to protecting innocent lives in the African country, the department said, “We reiterate the importance of protecting innocent civilians in any law enforcement response to such attacks. These issues are at
the center of the regional security cooperation working group meeting taking place in Abuja January 23-24, as a part of the U.S. – Nigeria Binational Commission.”
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