By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News
The Federal Government has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Miss Nnani Adaobi Marian, a 23-year-old Nigerian medical graduate of Kharkiv National Medical University, who reportedly died from injuries sustained during a Russian aerial attack in Kharkiv, Ukraine.
In a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja, the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, said the government extended its heartfelt condolences to the deceased’s family, friends, colleagues, and the Nigerian community affected by the tragedy.
According to the statement, the Ministry said it is working with relevant authorities, as well as Nigeria’s diplomatic missions in Ukraine and Germany, to verify the circumstances surrounding the incident and provide the necessary consular assistance to the bereaved family.
The Federal Government also prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased and for God to grant her family the strength to bear the loss.
The statement reiterated Nigeria’s deep concern over the continued loss of civilian lives resulting from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and renewed the country’s call for an immediate cessation of hostilities.
It urged all parties involved in the conflict to embrace dialogue, diplomacy, and the peaceful resolution of disputes in line with international law and the principles of the United Nations Charter.
Ebienfa added that Nigeria remains committed to protecting the welfare of its citizens abroad and will continue to monitor developments closely while providing all necessary support through its diplomatic missions.
