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Written question asked by Baroness Tonge (Independent Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 28 July 2014, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 11 August 2014. It was answered by Baroness Anelay of St Johns (Conservative) on Monday, 18 August 2014 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Nigeria

Question

To ask Her Majesty’s Government what representations they have made to the government of Nigeria concerning a reported military attack on pro-Palestinian protesters at the annual Al Quds Day rally.

Answer

We are aware that a number of civilian deaths occurred during the annual ‘Quds Day’ rally in Zaria, Kaduna State on 25 July and understand that the Nigerian police have opened an investigation. Officials at our High Commission in Abuja are seeking more details.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL1579
Session
2014-15
Subjects
Protest Palestine Nigeria
Link
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