By: Mercy Peter
The Federal Republic of Nigeria on Saturday debunked the news circulating on social media that the government has abandoned Nigerians stranded in Tehran, Iran.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Foreign Affairs Spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa.
Ebienfa said, the Ministry debunks these misleading allegations and assures the public, and Nigerian citizens in Iran, that the embassy remains operational and committed to the welfare and safety of all Nigerians in Iran.
He stressed that “The consistent bombing in Tehran has, however, disrupted normal work schedules and forced staff to work remotely.
“Given this unfortunate development, the Embassy is actively engaging with the Government of Armenia to grant access for the evacuation of Nigerians via Yerevan.”
Moreover, Nigerians in Iran requiring assistance are encouraged to contact the Embassy directly through its official emergency contacts:
Mr. Esson Anzaku +989393216872 and Abutalib +989024199018 +989393216872, and emails: Nigeria.tehran@mfa.gov.ng
anzakuesson02@gmail.com and lawshed@yahoo.com.
Nigerians in Iran are also advised to contact the various designated coordinators of the Nigerian Community in these three locations as earlier arranged.
The Embassy has also advised members of the Nigerian Community to download the Iranian local messaging app, eitaa, and join the Nigerian group for regular updates
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs remains vigilant in monitoring the situation and will continue to take all necessary measures to safeguard the interests of Nigerians worldwide.
