Eritrea's Minister of Information Yemane Meskel has tweeted his condolences following the killing of Los Angeles rapper Nipsey Hussle, whose father was born in the African state:
Extremely saddened to hear the news of the tragic and untimely death of iconic recording artist/entrepreneur Ermias Asgedom (Nipsey Hussle). RIP & condolences to his family. (Nipsey visited his home country in April last year; Profile interview attached) http://www.shabait.com/articles/q-a-a/26175-billion-temesghen-speaks-to-nipsey-hussle …
The rapper was shot dead and two other people were wounded in the attack outside his clothing shop in South Los Angeles.
Nipsey Hussle's album Victory Lap received a nomination for best rap album at this year's Grammy Awards.
