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Full List: FG Releases Emergency Contacts For Nigerians In Middle East.
The Federal Government has released emergency contact details for Nigerian diplomatic missions across the Middle East to support citizens affected by the escalating conflict in the region.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The advisory was issued in Abuja by the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs Nigeria and signed by the ministry’s spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa.
According to the ministry, the emergency contacts are intended to help Nigerians residing in or travelling within the Middle East quickly reach diplomatic missions for assistance as tensions continue to rise in the conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States.
The ministry stated that the contact list covers Nigerian diplomatic missions in 10 countries across the region impacted by the ongoing hostilities.
It urged Nigerians in affected areas to maintain regular communication with the nearest Nigerian embassy or consulate.
“Further to established communication channels publicised by the various Nigerian missions in the Middle East region, Nigerian citizens affected by the ongoing crisis should contact the following mobile numbers in case of emergency and also ensure that they are registered with the respective embassy or consulate in their country of residence,” the statement read.
The ministry provided the following emergency numbers for Nigerian diplomatic missions in the region:
Embassy of Nigeria, Tehran (Iran): +98 937 685 1897; +98 933 951 5348; +98 930 972 9965; +234 906 768 4063
Embassy of Nigeria, Tel Aviv (Israel): +972 547 115279; +234 706 4263944
Embassy of Nigeria, Abu Dhabi (UAE): +971 56 884 4130
Consulate-General, Dubai (UAE): +971 56 377 8678
Embassy of Nigeria, Kuwait (covers Bahrain): +965 9789 5737; +965 9950 9288
Embassy of Nigeria, Doha (Qatar): +974 3019 7102; +974 3019 7261
Embassy of Nigeria, Beirut (Lebanon): +961 78 861 779; +234 803 8954425
Embassy of Nigeria, Riyadh (Saudi Arabia): +966 542149456; +966 565695763
Consulate-General, Jeddah (Saudi Arabia): +966 56 096 5633
Embassy of Nigeria, Amman (Jordan – covers Iraq): +962 777 369428; +962 776 594020
Authorities also advised Nigerians in the region to register with their respective embassies to enable effective communication and access to emergency assistance.
The government had earlier issued a security advisory to Nigerians living in or travelling across Iran and other Gulf countries following the escalation of the regional conflict.
According to the ministry, Nigerian diplomatic missions in Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia have been placed on high alert to provide consular support when necessary.
NiDCOM Debunks Distress Claims
Meanwhile, the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has dismissed reports circulating online claiming that Nigerians in Iran had not sent distress calls despite the ongoing crisis.
The clarification was contained in a statement signed by the commission’s Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols, Abdur-Rahman Balogun.
The regional crisis intensified after joint airstrikes reportedly carried out by Israel and the United States killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei.
Since then, Tehran has reportedly launched retaliatory attacks on US-linked assets and strategic interests across the Middle East.
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, recently revealed that about 12,000 Nigerians currently reside in the United Arab Emirates.
The Middle East also remains a major religious destination for Nigerians, with Christian pilgrims frequently travelling to Israel and Muslim pilgrims visiting Saudi Arabia for religious rites.
However, Nigerian authorities earlier suspended pilgrimages to Israel and the occupied West Bank due to security concerns linked to the escalating crisis in the region.
The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Regional Development, has organised a high-level sectoral retreat bringing together top officials of the ministry and Regional Development Commissions to improve coordination, accountability, and project execution nationwide.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The retreat, taking place from April 15 to 18, 2026, at the Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub in Benin City, is being spearheaded by the Minister of Regional Development, Abubakar Momoh.
At the opening session, Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo was represented by his deputy, Dennis Idahosa, while the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Mary Ada Ogbe, was also present.
In his keynote address, Momoh described the gathering as a strategic effort to strengthen collaboration between the ministry and regional commissions in line with the development agenda of President Bola Tinubu. He noted that the creation of additional commissions across the six geopolitical zones underscores the government’s commitment to addressing regional imbalances and unlocking economic growth.
He stressed that although the commissions have different regional mandates, they must work towards a shared national goal of inclusive and sustainable development.
Highlighting existing challenges, the minister pointed to issues such as project duplication, abandoned initiatives, and rivalry among agencies. He said the government would prioritise better coordination and accountability to improve results.
Momoh also announced plans to focus on completing ongoing projects before initiating new ones and revealed that performance bonds would be introduced for commission leaders to ensure efficiency and transparency.
He further emphasised the need to explore alternative funding options, including public-private partnerships, while maintaining strict financial discipline and due process.
According to him, key focus areas include infrastructure, healthcare, agriculture, digital connectivity, security, and empowerment for youths and women, all aligned with the government’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
The minister added that development efforts must remain people-focused, inclusive, and result-driven, with active stakeholder engagement at every stage.
The retreat is expected to produce practical strategies that will enhance collaboration among regional bodies and improve development outcomes across the country.
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has convened a high-level security meeting with former governors and key stakeholders in a renewed effort to address the ongoing wave of violence in the state.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
News reports that the meeting comes amid fresh attacks in parts of Plateau State that have left several people dead and properties destroyed, worsening security concerns in the North-Central region.
The gathering follows recent violence in Anguwan Rukuba and nearby communities, where dozens of residents were reportedly killed, adding to years of recurring insecurity that has claimed many lives, including women and children.
The closed-door meeting, held at the Government House in Little Rayfield, Jos, brought together former governors Simon Lalong, Jonah Jang, and Joshua Dariye, as well as former military administrator Rear Admiral Samuel Atukum (retd.) and other key stakeholders.
In a statement shared on his verified Facebook page, Mutfwang said discussions focused on security, welfare, and the overall development of Plateau people, with special attention on the recent attacks in rural communities.
According to sources, participants reviewed the security situation and expressed deep concern over continued loss of lives and destruction of property.
The stakeholders reportedly agreed on a united approach to restoring peace, strengthening unity, and promoting peaceful coexistence among communities.
They also resolved to develop stronger frameworks to address the root causes of the violence, anchored on values of discipline, courage, and patriotism.
The late Brigadier General Oseni Braimah was reportedly on a phone call with his twin brother moments before he was killed during a terrorist attack on the 29 Task Force Brigade Headquarters in Benisheikh, Borno State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
News reports that the incident, which occurred on April 9, 2026, claimed the lives of the senior officer and several other soldiers.
A family source told Vanguard that the General was speaking with his identical twin brother, who resides in the United Kingdom, at the time of the attack.
According to the source, the twins maintained a daily routine of speaking around midnight, but the conversation took a sudden turn that night when unusual activity was noticed at the General’s end.
He said the line went dead abruptly after the General paused during the call, apparently due to the unfolding situation at the base.
The twin brother reportedly made repeated attempts to reconnect, sending messages and calling continuously, but received no response throughout the night.
“He kept trying until about 4 am, but there was no answer,” the source said.
The family later confirmed the tragedy after a senior military officer contacted them around 6:30 am, informing them that the base had come under attack and that the Brigade Commander was among those killed.
The relative described the incident as devastating, noting that communication had broken down during the assault.
The late General was later buried alongside other fallen soldiers in Maiduguri, Borno State.
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