Somalia Condemns Terrorist Attacks in Nigeria, Urges Continental Unity. MOGADISHU, Somalia — The Federal Republic of Somalia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has issued a strong statement condemning the recent terrorist attacks in Zamfara State, Northwestern Nigeria.
The attacks, which have resulted in over 50 civilian deaths and the mass abduction of women and children, have been met with solidarity from Somalia.
According to official diplomatic communications, Somalia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its absolute solidarity with the Nigerian government and its people.
The Ministry extended its sincere condolences to the bereaved families and offered wishes for the rapid recovery of the injured. Somalia is actively calling for the immediate and unconditional release of all abducted civilians.
The Somali government has also endorsed Nigeria’s ongoing domestic security operations aimed at neutralizing the perpetrators and bringing them to justice.
In a strategic directive, the Ministry emphasized the necessity of continental cohesion, declaring that Africa must maintain a united front against the expanding threat of terrorism and prioritize the protection of civilian populations across all borders.
The Somali statement comes as a response to the escalating violence in Zamfara State, which has raised concerns about the effectiveness of security measures in the region.
The attacks have drawn international attention to the ongoing threat of terrorism in the Sahel region, prompting calls for a coordinated response from African nations.
The situation in Zamfara State remains fluid, with further details expected to emerge as investigations continue. Somalia’s call for a unified continental defense strategy reflects the urgency of the situation and the need for a collective approach to combating terrorism across the continent.
Source: sonna.
