The death and injuries of South Africans in Nigeria, 16 September 2014

The African National Congress has learned with sadness of the passing of 67 South African nationals who died and scores who were injured in Lagos as a result of the collapsed Synagogue Church of all Nations last Friday, 12 September 2014. We share the grief of families who lost their loved ones whose untimely death was not anticipated as they had travelled to worship.

The ANC calls on all South Africans irrespective of faith or belief to extent a hand of comfort to the bereaved families as they contend with this grief. This unprecedented loss of life outside our borders must bind all of us in grieving with their families.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to all families including other nationals who lost their loved ones and wish those injured speedy recovery. Let us in unison wish their souls to rest in peace.

Issued by:

Zizi Kodwa

National Spokesperson

African National Congress

Chief Albert Luthuli House

54 Sauer Street

Johannesburg

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