SAN FRANCISCO, December 06, (THEWILL) – President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has declared three days of national mourning for former South African President, Dr. Nelson Mandela who passed away late Thursday evening.
A statement from the Presidency declared that all flags are to be flown at half-mast across Nigeria during the period.
The President urged all Nigerians to unite in solidarity with the brotherly people of South Africa as they mourn the great liberator, freedom fighter and hero of the black race. He called for special prayers in mosques and churches during the period of mourning which begins today, for the peaceful repose of Dr. Mandela’s soul.
A special inter-denominational memorial service for Dr. Mandela will be held at the State House Chapel on Sunday, the statement added.
