President Jonathan declares 3 days of National mourning for late Nelson Mandela

According to the presidential spokesman, Dr. Reuben Abati, president Jonathan has declared 3 days of National mourning for former South African president, Dr. Nelson Mandela. Flags are to be flown at half mast across Nigeria during the period.

President Jonathan urges all to unite in solidarity with the brotherly people of south Africa as they mourn the Madiba.

President Jonathan describes the late president Mandela as the great liberator, freedom fighter and hero of the black race. The president also calls for special prayers in the mosques and churches in Nigeria during the period of mourning which began yesterday. 

A special inter-denominational memorial service for late Mandela will be held at state house chapel on Sunday.