The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, has denied claims that the Federal Government has abandoned Nigerian citizens in Iran.
In a statement released on Saturday in Abuja by the ministry’s spokesperson, Mr. Kimiebi Ebienfa, Tuggar described the reports circulating on social media as false and misleading.
He clarified that the Nigerian Embassy in Tehran is still functioning and remains committed to the safety and welfare of all Nigerians living in Iran.
However, due to ongoing tensions and frequent bombings in the city, regular office operations have been affected. As a result, embassy staff are currently working remotely.
Tuggar further explained that the embassy is actively working with the Government of Armenia to arrange the evacuation of Nigerian citizens through the Armenian capital, Yerevan.
He urged Nigerians in Iran who need help to contact the embassy using the following emergency numbers and emails:
- Mr. Esson Anzaku: +989393216872
- Mr. Abutalib: +989024199018, +989393216872
- Emails: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
He also advised Nigerians to remain in touch with the community coordinators in the designated locations and to download the Iranian messaging app Eitaa for real-time updates via the Nigerian group.
The minister assured that the government is closely monitoring the situation and will continue to do everything possible to protect the interests of Nigerians abroad.
