The Federal Government’s plan to evacuate stranded Nigerians from Lebanon has hit a roadblock. While an evacuation initiative was initially announced in response to escalating Middle Eastern tensions following Iran’s missile attack on Israel on October 1, 2024, many Nigerians remain stranded in Lebanon.
Low registration numbers and reluctance among Nigerians in Lebanon have further complicated the process, according to a report by Punch. The situation stems from an intense missile barrage from Iran to Israel, heightening security concerns across neighboring regions, including Lebanon.
Following the crisis, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in coordination with the National Emergency Management Agency and the Department of State Services, activated emergency protocols to ensure Nigerians’ safe return. Despite initial efforts, the operation is currently on hold, with the Ministry spokesperson, Amb Eche Abu-Obe, indicating that the “situation is under observation.”
