“67 South Africans Killed At TB Joshua’ s Church In Lagos Nigeria” – President Zuma

The President Of South Africa yesterday sent his
condolences to family and friends of those who
died in the tragedy that happened at Synagogue
Church in Ikotun area of Lagos last Friday.
Read his press statement below:
“I am greatly saddened to announce that 67
South Africans died and scores of others
sustained injuries,”.
“This is a particularly difficult time for South
Africa. Not in the recent history of our country
have we had this large number of our people die
in one incident outside the country,” .
“Our thoughts are with the families, friends and
colleagues that have lost their loved ones in this
heart-breaking tragedy. The whole nation shares
the pain of the mothers, fathers, daughters and
sons who have lost their loved ones. We are all in
grief,”
“Government will keep the public informed of
developments around this tragedy,” Zuma said,
pledging that the government would provide all
the necessary support to affected families.
“I would like to assure all affected families that
the Government will provide all the necessary
support,” .
On Tuesday, NEMA said 62 people including
foreigners and Nigerians died in the attack.