The President extends sympathy to the Prime Minister of Samoa on learning about the passing away of the Head of State of the country. The President ex

The President has sent a message of sympathy to the Prime Minister of Samoa, Tuilaepa Sailele Malielogoi, on learning about the passing away of the Head of State of the country, Malietoa Tanumafili II.

In the message, the President extended profound sympathy to Prime Minister Malielogoi, the Government and the people of Samoa Islands. Further, he conveyed sincere condolences to the members of the bereaved family.

In the message, the President also noted that Malietoa Tanumafili II had dedicated his life to the welfare of the people of Samoa Islands, and will be remembered for his distinguished service to the country.

The President has also sent messages of sympathy to the Indian President, Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, on learning about the storm that hit the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, and to the Nigerian President, Mr. Olusegun Obasanjo, on learning about the accident involving three passenger buses. The disasters led to death and devastation.

In the message, the President extended profound sympathy to the leaders, the Government and the people of the two countries. Further, he conveyed sincere condolences to the members of the bereaved families.