The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has condemned Monday night’s terrorist attack at the Manchester Arena.

A suicide bomber hit the Arena mere moments after an Ariana Grande concert, killing 22 and injuring close to 60.

In a message sent out via twitter, Nana Addo condemned the despicable attacks whilst expressing his condolences to the affected families.

“Shocked and saddened by yesterday’s terror attack in Manchester, resulting in the deaths of 22 people and injuries to 59.” the President wrote.

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“I condemn these despicable and cowardly acts, and extend my deepest condolences to the affected families” he added.

Latest news on the terror blast indicate a 23 year old man has been arrested in connection with the blast.

Shocked and saddened by yesterday's terror attack in Manchester, resulting in the deaths of 22 people and injuries to 59. (1/2)

— Nana Akufo-Addo (@NAkufoAddo) May 23, 2017

I condemn these despicable and cowardly acts, and extend my deepest condolences to the affected families. (2/2)

— Nana Akufo-Addo (@NAkufoAddo) May 23, 2017