Crimes

Israel attack: Lagos govt airlifts 310 pilgrims from Jerusalem

The Lagos State Government has airlifted 310 pilgrims from Jerusalem to Nigeria over the crisis in Israel.

The conflict began on Saturday, October 7, 2023, after Hamas terrorists attacked Israel.

No fewer than 900 people have reportedly died in the attack which Israel declared to take “mighty revenge”.

However, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, in a post on his social media accounts on Tuesday, October 10, disclosed that the state government has airlifted 310 pilgrims back to Nigeria.

READ ALSO: Israel hits Gaza with fiercest air strikes as death toll rises to 900

Sanwo-Olu thanked the Lagos State Ministry of Home Affairs for airlifiting the pilgrims.

Sharing the pictures of the pilgrims, the governor stated: “Good morning Lagos, I’m happy to announce that we have successfully airlifted and returned all three hundred and ten (310) citizens who went on pilgrimage to Jerusalem, Israel.

“I want to thank you all for your concern and I must also express my joy to our Ministry of Home Affairs for a job well done.”

The Star

Segun Ojo

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