FG Announces Evacuation Plans for Citizens Trapped in Israel, Iran but Offers No Timeline
The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it is finalising arrangements for the emergency evacuation of stranded Nigerians in the Islamic Republic of Iran and the State of Israel following the escalation crisis between these countries.
This comes four days after FIJ reported that Nigeria was silent as both countries exchange missiles despite other countries moving quickly to evacuate citizens.
In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the Ministry, the government said it had instructed all affected Nigerians to contact the nearest Nigerian Embassy for registration and further instructions.
The Ministry also commended its missions in Tel Aviv and Tehran “for their dedication and commitment to reaching out to the Nigerian community at this difficult time”.
“The Federal Government of Nigeria remains committed to the safety and welfare of all its citizens both at home and abroad and is working in close coordination with relevant international partners and local authorities,” the statement reads.
Although no timeline has been given for when the evacuations will begin, the government said updates would be provided through official channels.
The Ministry also reiterated its call for the “immediate cessation of hostilities” and urged parties involved in the conflict to “respect international humanitarian law and prioritize the protection of civilians”.
At press time, the exact number of Nigerians in need of evacuation remains unclear.
The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it is finalising arrangements for the emergency evacuation of stranded Nigerians in the Islamic Republic of Iran and the State of Israel following the escalation crisis between these countries.
This comes four days after FIJ reported that Nigeria was silent as both countries exchange missiles despite other countries moving quickly to evacuate citizens.
In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the Ministry, the government said it had instructed all affected Nigerians to contact the nearest Nigerian Embassy for registration and further instructions.
The Ministry also commended its missions in Tel Aviv and Tehran “for their dedication and commitment to reaching out to the Nigerian community at this difficult time”.
“The Federal Government of Nigeria remains committed to the safety and welfare of all its citizens both at home and abroad and is working in close coordination with relevant international partners and local authorities,” the statement reads.
Although no timeline has been given for when the evacuations will begin, the government said updates would be provided through official channels.
The Ministry also reiterated its call for the “immediate cessation of hostilities” and urged parties involved in the conflict to “respect international humanitarian law and prioritize the protection of civilians”.
At press time, the exact number of Nigerians in need of evacuation remains unclear.
FG Announces Evacuation Plans for Citizens Trapped in Israel, Iran but Offers No Timeline
The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it is finalising arrangements for the emergency evacuation of stranded Nigerians in the Islamic Republic of Iran and the State of Israel following the escalation crisis between these countries.
This comes four days after FIJ reported that Nigeria was silent as both countries exchange missiles despite other countries moving quickly to evacuate citizens.
In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the Ministry, the government said it had instructed all affected Nigerians to contact the nearest Nigerian Embassy for registration and further instructions.
The Ministry also commended its missions in Tel Aviv and Tehran “for their dedication and commitment to reaching out to the Nigerian community at this difficult time”.
“The Federal Government of Nigeria remains committed to the safety and welfare of all its citizens both at home and abroad and is working in close coordination with relevant international partners and local authorities,” the statement reads.
Although no timeline has been given for when the evacuations will begin, the government said updates would be provided through official channels.
The Ministry also reiterated its call for the “immediate cessation of hostilities” and urged parties involved in the conflict to “respect international humanitarian law and prioritize the protection of civilians”.
At press time, the exact number of Nigerians in need of evacuation remains unclear.
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