Government condoles family of slain medical student victim of Ukrainian violence

The Federal Government has voiced profound regret over the passing of Miss Nnani Adaobi Marian, a Nigerian medical graduate who allegedly succumbed to injuries sustained during a Russian aerial assault in Kharkiv, Ukraine.

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According to a statement released on Tuesday by Kimiebi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the government was deeply saddened by the news of the 23-year-old Kharkiv National Medical University graduate's death.

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Marian's death was reportedly a result of injuries she sustained during the Russian aerial attack in Kharkiv, Ukraine, prompting the government to extend its condolences to her family and all those affected by the tragedy.

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The Federal Government conveyed its heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family, friends, colleagues, and the Nigerian community affected by this loss, as stated in the ministry's statement.

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is engaging with relevant authorities and Nigeria's diplomatic missions to verify the circumstances surrounding the incident and provide necessary support to the family.

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The ministry is in contact with the relevant authorities, as well as Nigeria's Missions in Ukraine and Germany, to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the incident and offer the necessary consular assistance to the family.

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The government reiterated its concern over the humanitarian consequences of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, particularly the loss of civilian lives, and renewed its call for an immediate cessation of hostilities.

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The Federal Government of Nigeria expressed deep concern over the continuing loss of civilian lives arising from the ongoing conflict and urged all parties involved to pursue peaceful means of resolving their differences.

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Nigeria called on all parties to embrace dialogue, diplomacy, and peaceful resolution of disputes in accordance with international law and the principles of the United Nations Charter.

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The ministry reaffirmed Nigeria's commitment to the welfare and protection of its citizens abroad, assuring that developments would continue to be closely monitored while necessary support is provided through the country's diplomatic missions.