Pakistanis in Nairobi mobilized, High Commissioner identifies Arshad Sharif's body: FO

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Foreign Office has said that Pakistanis of Kenyan Origin have been mobilised after receiving reports of Arshad Sharif’s murder. It said Pakistan’s Mission in Nairobi was informed that the body was in Chiromo Funeral House in Nairobi.

In a statement issued here on Monday, the Foreign Office said Pakistan’s High Commissioner in Kenya received initial information about the death of Mr. Arshad Sharif early in the morning of 24 October.

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It said that the High Commissioner accordingly contacted the police authorities, and senior officials at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other departments. Office of the Vice President was also contacted for confirmation.

The High Commissioner along with Mission’s officers reached the location, and has identified the body of Mr. Sharif.

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The Acting Foreign Secretary has visited the family of Mr. Sharif and conveyed confirmation of the sad news, and heartfelt condolences on behalf of the Foreign Minister and the Minister of State. His family has been assured of all possible assistance by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, it said, adding that further procedures including police report are awaited.

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The Foreign Office said that the High Commission will facilitate expeditious repatriation of mortal remains of Mr. Sharif in coordination with the host authorities.