FG commiserates with Russia over Moscow attack
The Federal Government on Saturday expressed sympathy with the Russian Federation over the tragic attack in Moscow.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar in a statement commiserated with the Russian Federation over the tragic attack said to have killed 60 people in a concert in Moscow.
“We convey our deepest condolences to the people and government of the Russian Federation on the tragic attack carried out at the Crocus Concert Hall in Moscow. The attack resulted in the death of innocent people and injuries to more than a hundred others.
“We also pray for the quick recovery of those injured. At this challenging time, we stand in brotherhood with the government and Russian Federation. We send our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Russian President, Vladimir Putin,” Mr Tuggar said.
(NAN)
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Agriculture
FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology
The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
States
Anambra enrols 10,384 people living with HIV in health insurance scheme
Mr Okeke urged sustained efforts to eliminate stigma and discrimination associated with the disease statewide.
States
UNICEF begins evidence-based consultation to shape 2028–2032 country programme
The consultation is being held simultaneously across UNICEF field offices in Nigeria.
NationWide
Election Timetable Dispute: Court reserves ruling in INEC’s appeals
During the hearing of the appeals, Alex Izinyon, SAN, led two other SANs from INEC to argue the appeals.
States
Navy begins cybersecurity competition to boost Nigeria’s defence capability
Mr Zipele said outstanding teams and individuals would receive trophies at the end of the competition.
Hot news Home top
Oyo Abduction: NUT suspends strike, direct teachers to resume Thursday
The union said the decision was taken in the collective interest of teachers, learners and the general public.
NationWide
CBN revokes licences of 46 microfinance banks
Ms Ali said the revocation was approved by the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso.
