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Panic Abroad: FG Races to Rescue Nigerians as Israel-Iran Tensions Explode
The Federal Government, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has commenced the finalisation of emergency evacuation plans for Nigerian citizens stranded in Israel and Iran amid the intensifying military conflict between both nations.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through its spokesperson Kimiebi Ebienfa, announced late Tuesday that the Federal Government has begun finalising emergency evacuation plans for Nigerians stranded in Israel and Iran, following the rapidly escalating military conflict between the two nations.
Ebienfa stated that Nigerian embassies in Tel Aviv and Tehran have already initiated contact with affected citizens and are actively coordinating evacuation logistics.
“In light of the worsening crisis between the State of Israel and the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Federal Government is putting the finishing touches on arrangements for the emergency evacuation of Nigerian nationals in both countries,” the statement read.
The ministry urged all Nigerians in the conflict zones to remain calm, comply with local security advisories, and promptly register with the nearest Nigerian mission to receive updates and evacuation details.
Ebienfa commended the efforts of the diplomatic missions in Israel and Iran, praising their swift action and dedication in reaching out to Nigerians during this critical time.
He further assured the public that the ministry is collaborating closely with international partners and local authorities to ensure a safe and orderly evacuation process.
In addition to its evacuation efforts, the Federal Government reiterated its call for restraint and peaceful resolution.
“Nigeria once again appeals for an immediate end to hostilities and urges all parties involved to pursue dialogue, uphold international humanitarian law, and prioritise the protection of civilian lives,” the statement concluded.
This development comes in the wake of a large-scale Israeli airstrike campaign launched on Friday, which reportedly targeted nearly 100 sites across Iran. The attacks are said to have resulted in the deaths of several high-ranking Iranian military officials, including General Mohammad Bagheri, the Iranian Armed Forces Chief of Staff, and Hossein Salami, Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
In response, Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, condemned the assault as a “declaration of war” and vowed a “bitter and painful” retaliation, while the Iranian military has promised an “unlimited” response.
There was mild drama in Ibadan on Thursday when a UTME candidate was initially denied entry into an examination centre over her hijab.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Abia State Command, has raised concern over the growing rate of route violations, warning motorists against driving against traffic on major roads across the state.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Sector Commander, Corps Commander Ngozi Ezeoma, condemned the trend, saying some drivers deliberately flout traffic rules by claiming that official turning points are too far, thereby putting lives at risk.
She described driving against traffic as a serious offence that often leads to head-on collisions, avoidable crashes, loss of lives, and destruction of property.
Ezeoma stressed that road designs, including designated turning points, are put in place to ensure safety and smooth traffic flow, and must be strictly obeyed.
She warned that offenders would be arrested and sanctioned under the National Road Traffic Regulations.
The FRSC also said it has intensified patrols and enforcement operations across key roads in Abia State to curb the increasing violations.
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has told a Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja that a Nigerian international passport presented in a London property dispute involving the late Jeremiah Useni is not contained in its official records.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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