The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), Dr. Jean Ping, has strongly condemned the bombings of churches across Nigeria on Christmas Day.
In a statement, Ping expressed his most sincere condolences to the bereaved families of the victims, who have been denied the opportunity to celebrate Christmas with their loved ones, and wishes those wounded strength and a speedy recovery.
The Chairperson said Boko Haram’s continued acts of terror and cruelty and absolute disregard for human life cannot be justified by any religion or faith.
He reaffirmed AU’s total rejection of all acts of intolerance, extremism and terrorism.
Ping reiterated AU’s solidarity with the people and government of Nigeria and its full support to their efforts to prevent and combat terrorism in all its forms.