- Opposition leaders rejected the outcome, sparking widespread protests and violent clashes
The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed deep concern over escalating violence in Mozambique following the country’s presidential election, which has claimed at least 121 lives and injured more than 380 people.
The unrest, particularly severe in Maputo, Beira, and Nampula, erupted after the announcement of election results that declared Daniel Chapo of the Mozambique Liberation Front the winner with 65% of the vote.
Opposition leaders rejected the outcome, sparking widespread protests and violent clashes.
In a statement on Friday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, urged calm and called on Mozambique’s political actors to pursue lawful avenues for resolving disputes.
“The Federal Government of Nigeria calls for calm and advises the aggrieved political players to explore appropriate legal means to seek redress,” the statement read. “Our thoughts are with the Government of the Republic of Mozambique and the families of all those affected by the dreadful crisis.”
Nigeria’s appeal comes amid growing international concern over the escalating violence, which has disrupted daily life and heightened tensions in the southern African nation.
The Federal Government reiterated its commitment to peace and stability in Africa, urging Mozambique’s political leaders to prioritise dialogue and peaceful resolution.