FGN Condemns Terror Attack on Turkey

..As PKK claims responsibility..

Oru Leonard 

The Nigerian government of Nigeria has condemned the fatal terrorist attack on the headquarters of Turkish Aerospace and Defence Company, Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAS), which resulted in the deaths of five individuals and more than 20 others injured.

This condemnation was conveyed through an official statement issued by the spokesperson for Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Eche Audu-Obe, in Abuja, the nation’s capital.

“The Federal Republic of Nigeria is saddened by the act of terrorism on 23rd October, 2024 that targeted the headquarters of the Turkish Aerospace and Defence Company, Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAS), leaving five dead and 22 injured.

“The Federal Republic of Nigeria therefore lends its voice in solidarity with the people of Türkiye and condemns such acts that only serve to propagate fear rather than peace,” the statement read.

Nigeria extends its condolences to the government and the people of Türkiye, while praying for the families of the dearly departed reacted.

Meanwhile, the outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) has claimed responsibility for the attack athe Turkish government has also

The “act of sacrifice” in Ankara “was carried out by a team of the immortals battalion” of the PKK, the group said on the Telegram messaging app on Friday., Aljazeera reported.

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