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FG Prepares to Evacuate Citizens from Lebanon Amid Rising Conflict
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced that, so far, there have been no reported fatalities among its citizens in Lebanon despite the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.
As Israel intensifies its airstrikes across Lebanon, the Nigerian government is taking proactive measures to ensure the safety of its nationals in the region.
In a statement released on Saturday, Ambassador Eche Abu-Obe, the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, confirmed that the Nigerian Embassy in Lebanon is actively engaged in efforts to protect Nigerian citizens caught in the turmoil.
The government emphasized its unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of its nationals during this challenging time.
“The Federal Government has initiated preparations for the evacuation of its citizens from Lebanon.
Importantly, we are pleased to report that no Nigerian life has been lost since the onset of the conflict,” the statement affirmed.
Additionally, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs noted that the Nigerian Embassy had previously advised its citizens in Lebanon to consider voluntary evacuation, emphasizing that commercial flights remain operational for those looking to leave.
For those in southern Lebanon, where hostilities have been particularly fierce, the Nigerian Embassy has facilitated relocations to safer areas, such as Beirut, with the assistance of community leaders.
This initiative aims to ensure that Nigerians are in secure locations as the situation develops.
The Nigerian government also reassured its citizens that it remains in constant communication with relevant stakeholders, emphasizing its dedication to the safe return of all nationals from the conflict zone.
This announcement comes as the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah escalates dramatically, marked by increased Israeli airstrikes targeting Hezbollah strongholds throughout Lebanon, alongside ground operations near the border.
The violence, which has persisted for nearly a year, has now escalated into full-scale warfare, prompting urgent actions from governments around the world to safeguard their citizens in the region.
It was reported that bandits were seen in Kwara State and abducted six residents from Rukpete Village.
The incident was reported to have occurred on June 8 at about 11 p.m.
Sources revealed that seven people were initially taken, but an elderly man was later released, leaving six victims in captivity.
The rising cases of insecurity in the country remain quite alarming.
The state of the country is affecting many people, as they believe nowhere is safe, including schools where they keep their children.
It has been reported that some parents have started withdrawing their children from schools in Abuja.
It can be noted that rumours of bandits being sighted near a school triggered panic, causing parents to hurriedly remove their children for safety.
While the reports of bandits have not been confirmed, the school has also issued safety measures to ensure the protection of students within the premises.
It has been rumored that bandits have made their way to Lagos, and allegedly they were spotted in Ibeju-Lekki, where some residents became suspicious of them and reported the matter.
A clip of the group of men went viral online, and many people became concerned. Whether true or not, fear has been sparked among Lagosians as they worry that bandits may already be in the state. Even if the reports remain unconfirmed, many believe it is still a possibility worth paying attention to.
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