FG mourns with Djibouti over boat tragedy –

FG mourns with Djibouti over boat tragedy –

Federal Government of Nigeria extends condolences with the Government and people of Djibouti and families of victims the migrant boat that capsized off the coast of Djibouti between 8th and 9th October, which claimed nearly 140 lives, including 15 children.

In a statement by the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Oluwafemi Adeniyi, says the tragedy was reported by the International Organization for Migration, with scores still missing.

The Foreign Affairs Ministry notes that the incident underscores the grave dangers of irregular migration, and calls for collective action to address the root causes, combat smuggling and trafficking as well as promote safe and orderly regular migration.

The Federal Government stresses that protecting migrants, especially children, requires sustained cooperation among origin, transit and destination countries.

The statement also reaffirms Nigeria’s commitment to work with the United Nations, AU and other stakeholders to prevent loss of lives along migration corridors.