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Michael Olugbode in Abuja

The Nigerian Government has commiserated with the Russian Federation on the tragic attack on Moscow that led to scores dead and over hundred others injured.

In a message to the government and people of Russia on the unfortunate incident, the Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, said: “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 that resulted in the death of innocent people and injuries to more than a hundred others.

“The Government and people of Nigeria commiserate with the victims of this tragic attack and pray for the repose of their souls.

“We also pray for the quick recovery of those injured.”

The minister added that: “At this challenging time, we stand in brotherhood with the government and Russian Federation and send our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Russian president, His Excellency Vladimir Putin.”