The United States has voiced its support for Nigeria’s pursuit of justice following the murder of Father Sylvester Okechukwu in Kaduna.
In a statement from the U.S. Mission in Nigeria, the U.S. stressed the need for transparency and due process in handling the case.
The mission welcomed the Nigerian government’s commitment to justice and underscored the role of the judicial system in ensuring accountability.
The U.S. also called for a fair and speedy trial, urging that legal proceedings should be transparent and focused on uncovering the truth.
Father Okechukwu’s killing has sparked outrage, with religious and civil society groups demanding justice for the slain priest.
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