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Foreign Secretary condemns bomb attacks in Nigeria

Foreign Secretary William Hague condemns a series of "cowardly attacks on families gathered in peace and prayer" on 25 December.

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Speaking on today’s bomb attacks in Nigeria, the Foreign Secretary William Hague said:

“I condemn today’s bomb attacks in or near churches in Nigeria. These are cowardly attacks on families gathered in peace and prayer to celebrate a day which symbolises harmony and goodwill towards others. I offer my condolences to the bereaved and injured.”

Published 25 December 2011