Nigeria, June 7 -- The Nigerian government has extended heartfelt sympathy to the Republic of Zambia following the passing of its former president, Edgar Lungu, who died on Thursday at the age of 68.

In a condolence message delivered on Saturday, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, expressed Nigeria's sorrow and solidarity with the people and government of Zambia. The message was conveyed through the ministry's spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa.

"The departed President Lungu served Zambia with dedication from 2015 to 2021, steering the nation through significant milestones, including infrastructure development and regional diplomacy, while upholding the spirit of 'One Zambia, One Nation'," the statement read.

The late...