FG begins Evacuation Of Willing Nigerians In Iran Via Armenia Border

The Federal Government has commenced the evacuation of
willing Nigerians in Iran, escorting them safely across the Armenian border amid
rising tensions in the Middle East.

Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in
Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), confirmed the operation in a post on her X
(formerly Twitter) handle on Tuesday.

She said officials from the Nigerian Embassy in Tehran are
coordinating the movement of citizens wishing to leave the country, ensuring
their safe passage into Armenia.

“The willing Nigerians in Iran are being safely escorted
across the Armenian border by officials from the Nigerian Embassy in Tehran,
ensuring smooth and secure passage for those wishing to leave,” Dabiri-Erewa
wrote.

She reassured that no Nigerian in Iran has been affected by
the ongoing tensions so far, adding that embassy staff remain stationed at the
border to receive and assist evacuees.

The evacuation, conducted in coordination with Armenian
authorities, is part of the Federal Government’s efforts to protect Nigerians
abroad during emergencies. The initiative highlights the government’s ongoing
monitoring of Middle East developments and commitment to the welfare of its
citizens overseas.

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