United States (US) of America President, Barack Obama, has condemned the recent terrorist attacks in Egypt and Nigeria, saying perpetrators of the dastardly acts have no respect for human life and dignity. Obama also said perpetrators of the dastard acts must be brought to justice for their barbaric and heinous act.
In a statement made available to Daily Sun in Abuja by the US Diplomatic Mission to Nigeria, Public Affairs Section, Obama strongly condemned the separate and outrageous terrorist bombing attacks in Egypt and Nigeria.
“The attack on a church in Alexandria, Egypt, caused 21 reported deaths and dozens of injured from both the Christian and Muslim communities. The perpetrators of this attack were clearly targeting Christian worshippers and have no respect for human life and dignity.
“They must be brought to justice for this barbaric and heinous act. We are continuing to gather information regarding this terrible event and are prepared to offer any necessary assistance to the Government of Egypt in responding to it.
“The attack near an army barracks in Abuja also reportedly killed more than 20 people and wounded many more. Killing innocent civilians who were simply gathering like so many people around the world to celebrate the beginning of a new year, further demonstrates the bankrupt vision of those who carry out these attacks and we are similarly prepared to offer assistance to the Government of Nigeria as it works to bring the perpetrators to justice,” US President, Barack Obama said.
The United States extended its deepest condolences to the families of those killed and to the wounded in both attacks. “And we stand with the Nigerian and Egyptian people at this difficult time,” Obama assured Nigeria and Egypt.
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