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Ban Ki-moon condemns deadly attacks in Nigerian city of Kano

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New York, January 21, 2012
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United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has strongly condemned the multiple attacks across the northern Nigerian city of Kano, which resulted in large-scale casualties and massive destruction to property.
 
According to media reports, an estimated 150 people were killed on Friday during a series of explosions targeting police buildings and immigration centres around the city. Those killed included an Indian.
 
In a message issued by his spokesperson here on Saturday, Ban said he was "appalled at the frequency and intensity of recent attacks in Nigeria, which demonstrate a wanton and unacceptable disregard for human life."
 
Ban voiced his solidarity with the Government and people of Nigeria, and expressed his hope for swift and transparent investigations into the attacks to ensure perpetrators are brought to justice.
 
The UN Secretary-General also extended his sincere condolences to the people of Nigeria and to the bereaved families.
 
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