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Iran offers support to Nigeria in fight against terrorism
Mahdavi Raja, Iran’s ambassador to Nigeria, says Tehran is ready to assist Nigeria in its ongoing efforts to combat terrorism.
Speaking during an interview on Arise Television, Raja stated that Islamic groups in Nigeria only maintain spiritual and cultural ties with Iran, not political connections.
His comments followed allegations by Israel’s ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, who accused Iran of sponsoring Islamic movements in Nigeria and West Africa as part of efforts to spread terrorism globally.
Freeman made the claim after members of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN), also known as Shi’ites, held protests in several states over the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, during recent US-Israeli strikes on Tehran.
Responding to the allegations, Raja said the rallies organised by Shi’ite groups were expressions of spiritual solidarity following the death of the Iranian leader.
“After the assassination of our supreme leader, there have been peaceful rallies, funerals, and mourning occasions,” he said.
“This does not mean that Iran is defending those groups. It is a moral and spiritual connection because they are Muslims, and we are Muslims.”
The ambassador emphasised that Iran has consistently condemned terrorism and remains willing to cooperate with countries battling extremist groups.
“We are ready to lend a helping hand. Nigeria faces threats from Boko Haram, ISWAP and others, and we are ready to share our experience in counterterrorism,” Raja said.
He also noted that Iran considers itself a victim of terrorism and has repeatedly condemned attacks across Nigeria, Africa and other parts of the world.
Raja added that Tehran is open to working with African countries to strengthen efforts against terrorism using its experience in the field.
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