Nigeria releases emergency contacts for citizens across the Middle EastThe Federal Government has released emergency contact numbers for Nigerian citizens residing in countries across the Middle East amid escalating regional tensions.
The advisory was issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja and signed by the ministry’s spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa.
It is aimed at ensuring that Nigerians living in or travelling through the region can quickly reach Nigerian diplomatic missions for assistance during the ongoing security crisis.
According to the ministry, the emergency contact list covers Nigerian embassies and consulates across several Middle Eastern countries affected by the growing conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States.
The government urged Nigerian nationals in the region to maintain communication with diplomatic missions and ensure they are properly registered with the nearest embassy or consulate.
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Authorities also advised Nigerians to remain calm, comply with directives from local authorities, and closely monitor security developments while the situation continues to evolve.
The missions have been placed on alert to provide consular assistance and coordinate possible evacuation arrangements if necessary.
ThisDayLiveEmergency contact numbers released for Nigerian missions include:Iran: +989393216872, +989024165493Israel: +972543340414, +972503673175Jordan: +962795669949, +962799430414Lebanon: +96181669403, +96170848080Qatar: +97466802029, +97450733786Saudi Arabia: +966503862894, +966532198524United Arab Emirates: +971504252546, +971503761332
The government stressed that Nigerian diplomatic missions in the region are working with host governments and international partners to monitor the security situation and ensure the safety of Nigerian citizens.
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ThisDayLiveThe advisory follows rising tensions across the Middle East, prompting several countries to issue safety alerts to their nationals and prepare contingency plans for possible evacuations.
Source:The Guardian
