Helicopter crash: Tinubu mourns Raisi, condoles with Iranian government over the tragic loss

Nigerian President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his condolences to the Iranian government government over the death of President Ebrahim Raisi.

The Informant247 had earlier gathered that Raisi died along with Iranian foreign minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and other officials in a helicopter crash on Sunday.

In a statement, Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President, Media and Publicity, said President Tinubu expressed profound grief over this disturbing tragedy and described President Raisi as a leader who was passionately committed to the development of Iran.

Tinubu, while sympathizing with the people and government of Iran, said, “While commiserating with the bereaved families, President Tinubu prays for the continuous peace, stability, and prosperity of the Iranian nation.

“On behalf of the government and people of Nigeria, the President assures the Islamic Republic of Nigeria’s support and prayers in this moment of grief.”