Sunday, June 22, 2025 - The Federal Government has denied claims that the Nigerian Embassy in Iran, left Nigerian citizens stranded amid the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel.
On Friday, a video of some Nigerians lamenting about the
alleged closure of the Nigerian Embassy in Iran surfaced online.
In a press statement signed by the spokesperson of the
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, on Saturday, June 21,
the Ministry described the claims circulating online and on some media
platforms as false and misleading.
The Ministry said that due to ongoing bombings in Tehran,
regular office activities have been affected, prompting staff to work remotely.
He further stated that efforts are being made by the
Nigerian government to collaborate with the Republic of Armenia for safe
passage through Yerevan have reached an advanced stage.
Nigerians in
Iran in need of assistance are urged to contact the Embassy via emergency
lines: Mr. Esson Anzaku at +989393216872 and Abutalib at +989024199018, or via email
at nigeria.tehran@mfa.gov.ng, anzakuesson02@gmail.com, and lawshed@yahoo.com.
Citizens are
also advised to stay in contact with designated community coordinators and join
the Nigerian group on the Iranian messaging platform eitaa for timely updates.
The Ministry
of Foreign Affairs assured that it remains fully engaged in monitoring the
situation and will continue taking all necessary steps to safeguard Nigerians
abroad.
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