The Federal Government of Nigeria is deeply concerned about the outbreak of hostilities between Israel and Hamas in the early hours of Saturday, 7th October 2023 and calls for de-escalation and ceasefire.
The federal government noted that the cycle of violence and retaliation that the current escalation has assumed only serves to perpetuate an unending cycle of pain and suffering for the civilian population, that bears the brunt of every conflict.
A statement signed by the Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Yusu M. Tugga on Saturday 7th October states that the Federal Government of Nigeria, is therefore, calling on both sides to exercise restraint, prioritize the safety of civilians and give room for humanitarian considerations.
“We are therefore calling for a peaceful resolution of the conflict through dialogue”. The statement said.