President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the government and people of the Islamic Republic of Iran over the passing of President Ebrahim Raisi; Iranian foreign minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and other officials in a helicopter crash.
The Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale , stated this in a statement made available to TheIdeal News on Monday.
President Tinubu also expressed his profound grief over what he said was a disturbing tragedy.
Tinubu also described the late President Raisi as a leader who was passionately committed to the development of Iran.
The statement reads in part, ‘’While commiserating with the bereaved families, President Tinubu prays for the continuous peace, stability, and prosperity of the Iranian nation.
‘’On behalf of the government and people of Nigeria, the President assures the Islamic Republic of Nigeria’s support and prayers in this moment of grief’’.
