EU condemns sects killing spree in Borno

The European Union (EU) has condemned as unacceptable, yesterdays killing of people in a Borno village.Catherine Ray, spokesperson for EU High Representative Federica Mogherini, said: We express our condolences to the families of those killed and we call for an immediate release of those abducted, along with the return of the schoolgirls kidnapped in Chibok eight months ago, the spokesperson said.The EU stands with the Nigerian people in the fight against this violent insurgency, and will continue its support for action against the terrorist threat, Ray pointed out.She called on the Nigerian government to ensure a security response that enables them to bring those responsible to justice, but also to address the underlying causes of the insurgency.This is crucial to ensure unity, tolerance, and a future of peace and stability for all Nigerians as well as for those neighbouring countries that have become increasingly caught up in the violence, she addedThe post EU condemns sects killing spree in Borno appeared first on The Nation.]]>
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