The Federal Government has denied claims that the Nigerian Embassy in Iran has shut down and left Nigerian citizens stranded amid the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel.
On Friday, a video of some Nigerians lamenting the 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.
It assured the public, especially Nigerians in Iran, that the Embassy in Tehran remains operational and fully committed to ensuring the safety and welfare of its citizens.
However, the Ministry said that due to ongoing bombings in Tehran, regular office activities have been affected, prompting staff to work remotely.
Efforts Made For Safe Passage
Furthermore, the ministry said 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.
This assurance followed a meeting between the Chargé d’Affaires of the Nigerian Embassy in Tehran, Dr. Abdulrasheed Omar Lawal, and Armenia’s Acting Director for Middle East and Africa, Mr. Levon Petrosyan, during which a formal request was made for the safe evacuation of Nigerians stranded in Iran.
“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.
In addition, Nigerians are advised to stay in contact with designated community coordinators and join the Nigerian group on the Iranian messaging platform eitaa for timely updates.”
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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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