A day after walking away from reporters, Nigeria’s foreign Affairs Minister after a closed door meeting with Ambassadors of Russia and Ukraine says Nigeria cannot condone the violation of the territorial integrity of a United Nations Member State
BBC reports that Ukrainian authorities on Friday revealed that Russian troops were in the northern district of Kyiv.
According to the report, Russian armoured vehicles were seen advancing into the capital city through the northern district.
Ukraine President Zelensky has since addressed the nation and appealed to Putin to stop the assault and consider a ceasefire to save the lives of citizens of both nations.
The president had in a statement, banned males between the ages of 18- 60 from leaving the country as the activities of the Russian forces continue to trigger tension across the world.
The Minister who met with both envoys separately says Nigeria sympathizes with Ukraine and acknowledges the diplomatic ties it shares with the European country.
Nigerian government wants Russia to revert to status quo and prioritise Diplomacy and dialogue.
