The United States Government has condemned last Sunday terror attack at St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo in strongest terms.
While condoling Governor Rotimi Akeredolu over the attack, it expressed concern over the growing pattern of violence that afflicts communities across Nigeria.
The condolence message was contained in a letter to Governor Akeredolu, dated 7th June, 2022 and signed by the United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Mary Beth Leonard.
The letter quoted by the Akeredolu’s Chief Press Secretary Richard Olatunde reads;
”On behalf of the United States and the staff of the U.S. Mission in Nigeria, I would like to extend my deepest condolences to you, Ondo State, and the Owo community for the horrific event and lives lost at the St. Francis Catholic Church on Sunday, June 5.
“This tragedy saddens us deeply and our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families during this difficult time.
“The United States condemns this attack in the strongest terms, and we are concerned with the growing pattern of violence that afflicts communities across Nigeria.
“We remain steadfast in our efforts to support Nigeria in enhancing civilian security throughout the country.
Once again, please accept our deepest condolences.”
40 persons out of the 127 involved in the attack were killed, leaving 61 survivors currently on admission in different hospitals and 26 already discharged.
