Statement by Secretary Clinton: The Passing of Nigerian President Umaru Yar'Adua

<i>AFRICOM PAO Note: This statement by Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton is being posted on the U.S. Africa Command website in the interest of explaining U.S. foreign policy with African nations. The role of U.S. Africa Command is to



By US AFRICOM Public Affairs U.S. Department of State WASHINGTON, D.C. May 07, 2010
AFRICOM PAO Note: This statement by Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton is being posted on the U.S. Africa Command website in the interest of explaining U.S. foreign policy with African nations. The role of U.S. Africa Command is to coordinate ongoing Defense Department support for U.S. foreign policy. The Passing of Nigerian President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua I was saddened to learn of the passing of Nigerian President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua, and I join President Obama in offering our condolences to the President's family and all the people of Nigeria. President Yar'Adua was working toward building strong democratic institutions based on constitutional processes, and we know that he would want Nigeria to continue on this civilian, democratic path. We urge all Nigerians to place their faith and support firmly behind orderly, democratic, and constitutional mechanisms. The United States applauds the timely inauguration of President Jonathan, the lawful successor, and efforts to unify the country at this delicate moment. We encourage the Nigerian Government to continue its movement toward national democratic elections in 2011 and offer our support and assistance in these efforts. On this sad day, let me reaffirm the commitment of the United States to our continued friendship and partnership with Nigeria. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
More in Media Room
EUCOM/AFRICOM Host Joint Industry Forum
Briefing sessions were focused on EUCOM and AFRICOM’s critical capability needs, outlining technology requirements to close operational gaps.
Read more
U.S. Forces Conduct Strike Targeting ISIS-Somalia
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted an airstrike against ISIS-Somalia on July 6, 2025.
Read more
U.S. Forces Conduct Strikes Targeting al Shabaab
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted airstrikes against al Shabaab between June 27-30, 2025.
Read more
More in Media Room
EUCOM/AFRICOM Host Joint Industry Forum
Briefing sessions were focused on EUCOM and AFRICOM’s critical capability needs, outlining technology requirements to close operational gaps.
Read more
U.S. Forces Conduct Strike Targeting ISIS-Somalia
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted an airstrike against ISIS-Somalia on July 6, 2025.
Read more
U.S. Forces Conduct Strikes Targeting al Shabaab
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted airstrikes against al Shabaab between June 27-30, 2025.
Read more
More in Media Room
EUCOM/AFRICOM Host Joint Industry Forum
Briefing sessions were focused on EUCOM and AFRICOM’s critical capability needs, outlining technology requirements to close operational gaps.
Read more
U.S. Forces Conduct Strike Targeting ISIS-Somalia
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted an airstrike against ISIS-Somalia on July 6, 2025.
Read more
U.S. Forces Conduct Strikes Targeting al Shabaab
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted airstrikes against al Shabaab between June 27-30, 2025.
Read more