Nigeria Finalises Emergency Evacuation Plans for Citizens in Israel, Iran Amid Escalating Conflict

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The Federal Government has announced that it is completing arrangements to evacuate Nigerian citizens trapped in Israel and Iran following the recent surge in hostilities between the two nations.

In a statement on Tuesday night by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the government confirmed that Nigerian embassies in Tel Aviv and Tehran are actively engaging with affected citizens to facilitate their safe return.

Stranded Nigerians have been advised to strictly follow local security measures and register with the nearest Nigerian Embassy or Mission for further directives.

The ministry praised the efforts of diplomatic staff in both countries and reassured the public of the government’s dedication to protecting its citizens abroad. It also highlighted ongoing cooperation with international partners and local authorities to ensure a swift and secure evacuation process.

The statement stated that, “The Federal Government is finalising emergency evacuation plans for Nigerians stranded in Israel and Iran due to the escalating crisis. Affected citizens are urged to comply with security protocols and contact our embassies for assistance. We commend our missions for their relentless efforts and assure Nigerians that their safety remains a top priority.”

Also, Nigeria renewed its call for an immediate ceasefire, urging Israel and Iran to pursue dialogue, respect international humanitarian law, and prioritise civilian safety.

The government reiterated its commitment to peaceful conflict resolution and global stability.

“Nigeria urges an end to hostilities and encourages diplomatic solutions. We stand firm in our support for peace and the protection of innocent lives,” the ministry added.

Further updates on the evacuation will be communicated through official channels.

Only last Friday, Israel conducted large-scale airstrikes on Iran, targeting nuclear and military sites and killing high-ranking Iranian officials, including General Mohammad Bagheri and IRGC Commander Hossein Salami. Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, condemned the attacks as a “declaration of war,” vowing a severe response.

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Dele Fashomi

Dele Fashomi, seasoned journalist and communication teacher, is a holder of Master of Arts degree in Communication and Language Arts from the University of Ibadan in 1992/93.

Earlier, he had bagged a Bachelor degree from the same university in 1984, after which he proceeded to the Nigerian Institute of Journalism, Lagos, in 1990, for a postgraduate diploma in Journalism.

He had done many courses in communication, including the EU-BBC Editing Course in 2002.

Mr. Fashomi combines effectively the practice, research and teaching of communication. And to date, he has published two academic works in communication: Issues in Communication Technology and Policy (2010) and Economic and Social Issues in Advertising and PR (2013).

He had his first break in the Nigerian media in Concord Newspapers in 1990 and today, he has over two and half decades experience earned in several newspapers.

He has been part of many start-ups, such as The Republic (1987), The Comet (1999), The Anchor 2001 – 2002; Sun Newspapers (2003); Westerner newsmagazine (2005 – 2010) as Editor; National Life (2011) as Sunday Editor, and Newswatch Newspapers (2012- 2016) as Daily Editor.

Dele Fashomi is now the Publisher/Editor-in-Chief of Newstide247.com newspaper online, which he started in July 2015. He is also into biography writing, with many books in his trail, some of which he wrote alone and one he co- authored with his mentor, Mr Dare Babarinsa, entitled: Olabiyi Durojaiye – DARE TO BE DiFFERENT. He also guided and collaborated with Pa Olatunji Odusanya in writing his autobiography – AGAINST ALL ODDS. There are many other books in the works under his pen.

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