UK Minister for Africa condemns attack on aid convoy in Nigeria
Minister for Africa Rory Stewart gave a statement on the attack in Borno State, Nigeria on 16 December 2017.
Minister for Africa, Rory Stewart said:
“I condemn the attack on Saturday against a humanitarian convoy in Borno State, in which four people lost their lives. The UK continues to support the United Nations and humanitarian partners as they deliver essential food supplies to people affected by the current conflict – food that was lost in this attack.
“We call on all parties to the conflict to respect international humanitarian law and refrain from launching attacks against civilians or humanitarian operations. Life-saving assistance has been provided to 5 million people in the north east of Nigeria, this vital work to help people most in need must not be hampered.”
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