The Nigerian Government has expressed sadness over the death of Adaobi Marian Nnani, a Nigerian medical graduate who reportedly died from injuries sustained during a Russian aerial attack in Kharkiv, Ukraine.
In a statement issued by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the government said the 23-year-old was a graduate of Kharkiv National Medical University.
The ministry extended its heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, colleagues and the Nigerian community affected by the tragedy.
“The Federal Government extends its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, friends, colleagues, and the Nigerian community affected by this tragic loss,” the statement said.
It added that the ministry was working with the 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 government also reaffirmed its concern over the continued loss of civilian lives in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, calling for an immediate end to hostilities.
“Nigeria urges all parties to embrace dialogue, diplomacy, and the peaceful resolution of disputes in accordance with international law and the principles of the United Nations Charter,” the ministry stated.
The Nigerian Government reiterated its commitment to protecting the welfare of Nigerians living abroad, assuring that it would continue to monitor developments closely while providing the necessary support through its diplomatic missions.
