The Federal Government has expressed condolences to the family of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin, who tragically lost his life in a sword attack that occurred in London on Tuesday.
The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Thursday, described the incident as “unfortunate, sad, and gruesome.”
Dabiri-Erewa condoled with the family and Nigerian communities in the UK, praying for the repose of young Daniel’s soul. The suspect, Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, appeared in court facing charges related to Anjorin’s murder, as well as charges of attempted murder, grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary, and possession of a bladed article.
Bancroft’s School has expressed deep sorrow over the death of 14-year-old British-Nigerian student, Daniel Anjorin, who was killed in a sword attack in London. The Metropolitan Police revealed details of the attack, stating that the teenager was attacked by a man wielding what appeared to be a Samurai-type sword while walking to school in Hainault.
The school attended by Anjorin, in a statement on its website said that they had been left in “profound shock and sorrow” at the pupil’s death. The school added that he was a true scholar, demonstrating commendable dedication to his academic pursuits. The suspect, a 36-year-old man, was arrested on suspicion of murder. Police efforts to neutralize the suspect were met with resistance, resulting in injuries to two police officers and two other individuals.
