UN condemns terrorist attacks in Borno State

The Secretary-General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, on Wednesday expressed the displeasure of the international organisation over Tuesday’s series of terrorist attacks in Borno State, Nigeria.

Guterres, in a statement issued by the UN spokesman, Stéphane Dujarric, expressed the organisation‘s condolences to the Government and people of Nigeria.

The statement said: “The Secretary-General condemns the series of terrorist attacks on

August 15 in Borno State, Nigeria.

“The Secretary-General extends his deep condolences to the Government

and people of Nigeria for the loss of lives and wishes a speedy recovery to those injured.

“He calls for those responsible for these repeated heinous acts in Nigeria and neighbouring countries to be swiftly brought to justice.’’

Guterres reiterated the UN’s solidarity and continued support to the Government of Nigeria’s commitment to fighting against terrorism and violent extremism.

The Secretary-General also announced the commitment of his organisation to continue to support efforts within the framework of the counter-terrorism initiatives of the Lake Chad Basin Commission.