The United States (US) government through its
mission house in Nigeria, Tuesday expressed worry
over the increasing spate of violence and the use
of explosions on pipelines and gas installations in
the Niger Delta region
mission house in Nigeria, Tuesday expressed worry
over the increasing spate of violence and the use
of explosions on pipelines and gas installations in
the Niger Delta region
Although it praised the efforts of the government in
engaging the militants, the US government asked
that the human rights of all Nigerians must be
protected.
In a statement made available to THISDAY, the US
Mission to Nigeria said it also shares the concerns
of all Nigerians, adding that while the Americans
remain supportive of efforts at dialogue, the rights
of all Nigerians must be protected.
The statement reads, “The U.S Mission to Nigeria
is monitoring reports of attacks and other incidents
in the Niger Delta. We share the concerns of all
Nigerians about these attacks.
“Furthermore, the United States remains supportive
of efforts, including the promotion of dialogue, to
address grievances in the Niger Delta.
“We encourage all parties to resolve their disputes
through peaceful means and emphasize that human
rights of all Nigerians must be protected.”
