The Nigerian government has expressed concern over the escalating post-election violence in the Republic of Mozambique, particularly in the capital city, Maputo, as well as other major cities like Beira and Nampula.
The unrest has reportedly resulted in the deaths of over 121 people and injuries to more than 380 individuals.
In a statement signed by the Acting Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, the government cited reports indicating that the violence erupted after the Constitutional Council confirmed Daniel Chapo of the Mozambique Liberation Front (FRELIMO) as the winner of the presidential election with 65% of the vote. The election results were rejected by the leader of the opposition party, leading to widespread protests.
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The Federal Government of Nigeria has called for calm and urged aggrieved political players in Mozambique to seek redress through appropriate legal channels.
“Our thoughts are with the Government of the Republic of Mozambique and the families of all those affected by this dreadful crisis,” the statement concluded.
