The Federal Government has begun evacuating Nigerians who wish to leave Iran, escorting them safely across the Armenian border as tensions continue to rise in the Middle East.
The development was disclosed on Tuesday by the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, in a post shared on her X handle.
According to her, officials of the Nigerian Embassy in Tehran are coordinating the evacuation process and assisting Nigerians willing to depart the country.
The evacuees are being escorted to the Armenian border where arrangements have been made to facilitate their safe passage.
The evacuation comes amid growing concerns over the security situation in the region following a series of coordinated military strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel on February 28.
The strikes reportedly triggered retaliatory missile and drone attacks across parts of the Middle East, raising fears of a broader regional conflict.
Despite the rising tension, Dabiri-Erewa reassured that no Nigerian in Iran has been affected by the ongoing hostilities.
She also noted that embassy officials remain stationed at the border to receive and assist Nigerians who decide to leave the country.
The Nigerian government has demonstrated commendable proactive leadership and dedication to citizen welfare amid the ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
Willing Nigerians in Iran are being safely escorted across the Armenia border by officials from the Nigerian Embassy in Tehran, ensuring smooth and secure passage for those wishing to leave. Reassuringly, no Nigerian in Iran has been affected by the conflict so far, with government officials remaining stationed at the border to receive and assist all evacuees.
This swift coordination working closely with Armenian authorities to facilitate safe exit routes highlights the Federal Government’s commitment to protecting its citizens abroad during crises.
The Federal Government is vigilant and effectively responding to the safety and well-being of Nigerians across the world,” she wrote.
The evacuation became necessary due to the ongoing military strikes between U.S, Israel and Iran.
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