U.S Frowns At Boko Haram Rann Attack

The United States has strongly condemned the killing of three Nigerian aid workers in a Boko Haram attack on a military installation in Rann, Borno State.

The U.S. embassy in Nigeria in a statement on Friday in Abuja, expressed its sadness at the deaths and reiterated its commitment to supporting humanitarian activities in the insurgent ravaged North East of Nigeria.

“We extend our deepest condolences to the families of the victims, and to every family whose loved ones have been affected by this and other terrorist acts. We voice our heartfelt solidarity with all those humanitarian workers who work every day to help Nigerians affected by the ongoing insurgency, and also with all those security forces and Nigerian citizens working together to end this terrorist violence,” the statement read.

It further stated that the “United States remains firmly committed to ensuring humanitarian workers are protected and able to do their lifesaving work and to supporting Nigerians as they bravely work to ensure their nation’s security.”