South African Ambassador to Nigeria, Lulu Louis Mnguni, had said Nigeria has received $15 million seized by the South Africa on Friday. This is in connection with the highly publicized arms deal.

Ambassador Mnguni also reacted to the building collapse at the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) in Lagos and its effect on the relationship between the two countries. He said the unfortunate incident has made both countries become closer and stronger.

“South Africa’s relations with Nigeria comes a long way, so, now, this will actually make us much closer, to see how we can close some of these gaps that result in such accidents,” Mnguni said.

In a similar development, Mnguni said the seizure of the funds by the South African government was in no way related to the Synagogue incident.

“South Africa’s relations with Nigeria is priceless, it cannot be sold for $15 million. These are two separate incidents and, of course, the issue of the money has already been sorted out. Nigeria has been given the money,” Mnguni added.

On September 5, South African authorities seized $9.3 million cash belonging to the Nigerian government before seizing another $5.7 million about one month later, claiming both funds were to be used for illegal purchase of arms.

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