Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari says he is shocked and saddened by the death of several football fans last night, at a viewing centre in the port city of Calabar.

The fans were watching a Europa League match between Manchester United and Anderlecht when a live electric cable fell onto the building, electrocuting those inside.

Police say at least seven people died and 11 injured in the incident, although witnesses say more died.

Mr Buhari offered condolences to the victim's families and commended Cross River State authorities for setting up a commission of inquiry into the incident and for offering to help the victims and their families:

The President offers his deepest condolences to the family and friends of the mostly young victims, whose sudden demise is a big blow not only to their families, but also to the football-loving nation.
He prays that God Almighty will grant the souls of the departed eternal rest and comfort all who mourn their irreparable loss."

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Sympathy is not enough. The govt should do something about the naked high tension wires in residential areas. There's one by my fence that keeps falling like rain, Thank God it has not fallen on anyone and won't fall anyone amen.

WHO WOULDN'T BE SADDENED BY THE TRAGIC INCIDENT. ?