Nigeria has expressed concern over the unfolding development in Israel and the state of Palestine, urging both parties to see reasons and de-escalate the hostilities.

This was disclosed in a press release signed by the spokesperson of Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr Ferdinand Nwonye, and made available to CEOAFRICA.

The Nigerian Government further “urges the two parties to remain committed to the two-state solution and, in the meantime, guarantee the rights of all citizens to live in peace and dignity.”

The government statement read thus: