Issued by: Department of Foreign Affairs
29 January 2002
President Thabo Mbeki, on behalf of the people and government of South Africa Government noted with great sadness the tragic loss of life following the accidental explosions, which occurred at the Ikeja Military Cantonment in Lagos, Nigeria on the 27 January 2002.
Accordingly, President Mbeki wishes to express deepest condolences to the bereaved families and support and encouragement to the people and Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in this difficult time.
In this hour of need, South Africa stands ready to assist the people and government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria within its limited resources
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