The Secretary-General extended his condolences to the people and Government of Nigeria for the loss of lives.
The 12,000-strong MINUSCA force has been plagued by a wave of sexual abuse allegations since the mission began in 2014 to help restore stability to the Central African Republic
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Guterres, in a statement by his spokesman, Stéphane Dujarric, condemned the series of suicide bombing attacks in Maiduguri on Monday.
“The Secretary-General reiterates the United Nations’ support to the Government of Nigeria in its fight against terrorism and violent extremism,” the statement read.
The UN chief also wished a quick recovery to those injured in the series of suicide bombing attacks.
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According to him, he hopes that those responsible for the dastardly act will be swiftly brought to justice.a
