In a phone conversation with his Nigerian counterpart Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday, Rouhani expected the Nigerian government to sympathize with all victims and issue orders to halt the violence against Shias.
Discussing the latest developments in the Muslim world, the Iranian president called for unity among Muslims in a bid to prevent the persistence of any kind of unrest.
Rouhani also announced Iran's readiness to dispatch any special assistance, such as medical and rescue and relief teams to assist the disaster's victims.
Warning about the plots and stirring up enmity and rift among Muslims, Rouhani urged nations to remain united and vigilant underlining that the Muslim world currently needs to settle issues peacefully.
For his part, Muhammadu Buhari appreciated his Iranian counterpart's sensitivity about the world and Nigerian Muslims.
He ensured that his country will investigate the issue, adding that he will fulfill his responsibility to ensure safety of the Nigerian Muslims in the African country.
