Mogadishu, 23 November 2014 – (GNA)- Somalia, President & Prime minister Sends condolences to Kenya for the killing of 28 bus passengers early Saturday.Today Prime Minister of Somalia, H.E.Abdiweli Sheikh Ahmed expressed his deepest condolences to Kenya following the killing of 28 bus passengers on their way from Mandera to Naorobi.
“My heart goes out to our Kenyan brothers and sisters on this tragic day,” said H.E. Abdiweli Sheikh Ahmed. “My Government and I offer our sincerest condolences and support to the people of Kenya. We share your grief, but also your determination not to be intimidated by these terrorist and criminal acts.”
“Our thoughts are with the people and government of Kenya and Kenyan Military troops operating as part of AMISOM at this difficult time. Somalia and Kenya share a common commitment against terrorist tugs that is rooted in our will to ensure security and stability on the region,” said H.E. Abdiweli Sheikh Ahmed.
On the Other Hand, The President of Federal Republic of Somalia H.E Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has strongly condemned the terrorist attack that targeted bus passengers in Kenya’s north.
Gunmen ambushed a bus from Mandera that was heading to Nairobi, killing at least 28 passengers and hijacking a dozen more.
The President extends his deep condolences to the families of the victims as well as to the Government and people of Kenya and demands the quick release of those who were hijacked.
“This act demonstrates terrorists’ blatant disregard for life. Somalia and Kenya stand together in the fight against al-Shabaab. As a strong and enduring partner, we will continue to support the Kenyan people in their efforts to defeat terrorism,” the President states.
The Somali government supports Kenya’s efforts to bring all those involved in planning and executing this attack to justice and stands ready to provide any support to Kenyan authorities investigating this tragic attack.
Gobanimonews
Mogadishu Office