Nigeria Expresses Concern Over Post-Election Violence In Mozambique

The Nigerian government has voiced deep concern over the escalating post-election violence in Mozambique, following the confirmation of Daniel Chapo of the Mozambique Liberation Front (FRELIMO) as the presidential winner.

The crisis, primarily concentrated in Maputo, Beira, and Nampula, has reportedly claimed the lives of over 121 people and left more than 380 injured.

Violent protests erupted after the Constitutional Council declared Chapo the victor with 65% of the vote.

The results have been rejected by the leader of the opposition party, fueling the unrest.

In a statement released Friday by the acting spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the Federal Government of Nigeria called for immediate de-escalation.

The statement urged all aggrieved parties to utilize legal channels to address their concerns rather than resorting to violence.

“The Federal Government of Nigeria is deeply saddened by the loss of life and injuries sustained during the recent post-election violence in Mozambique,” the statement read.

“We call for calm and restraint from all stakeholders. We urge the political actors to explore peaceful and legal means to resolve their grievances.”

The statement concluded with a message of sympathy: “Our thoughts are with the Government of the Republic of Mozambique and the families of all those affected by this dreadful crisis.”

Nigeria’s government did not elaborate on any potential further action it might take in response to the unfolding situation.