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Press release UNICEF condemns killings in school attack in Northeast Nigeria
DAKAR, 6 July 2013 ­ The deaths of students in yet another attack on a school in Northeast Nigeria should be condemned absolutely by all communities, UNICEF says. "As we extend our sympathy to the families of the victims, we would say in the strongest possible terms that there can be no justification for the deliberate targeting of children and those looking after them," said UNICEF Regional Director for West and Central Africa Manuel Fontaine. UNICEF calls for those responsible to be brought to justice and for communities to demand that schools be considered as places of safety. Since 16 June, it is reported that a total of 48 students and 7 teachers have been killed in four attacks in the region. ### About UNICEF UNICEF works in more than 190 countries and territories to help children survive and thrive, from early childhood through adolescence. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments. For more information about UNICEF and its work visit: www.unicef.org Follow us on Twitter1 and Facebook2 For more information, please contact: Peter Smerdon UNICEF New York Tel + 1 212 303 7984 Mobile: + 1 917 213 5188, psmerdon@unicef.org

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