The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his condolences to the Government and the People of the Islamic Republic of Iran over the passing of their President and his Officials in a helicopter crash which occured on Sunday.
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Southwest News gathered that the condolence was contained in a press release signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale on Monday 20th of May, 2024.
It stated that;
President Bola Tinubu extends his condolences to the government and people of the Islamic Republic of Iran over the passing of President Ebrahim Raisi; Iranian foreign minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and other officials in a helicopter crash.
President Tinubu expresses profound grief over this disturbing tragedy, and describes President Raisi as a leader who was passionately committed to the development of Iran.
While commiserating with the bereaved families, President Tinubu prays for the continuous peace, stability, and prosperity of the Iranian nation.
On behalf of the government and people of Nigeria, the President assures the Islamic Republic of Iran’s support and prayers in this moment of grief.
