The Nigerian government has released emergency hotline numbers for citizens living in the Middle East as tensions intensify in the ongoing conflict involving Iran and Israel.
The advisory was issued by the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), urging Nigerians in affected countries to remain vigilant and maintain contact with Nigerian diplomatic missions for assistance.
NiDCOM disclosed that the hotlines are available to provide urgent support for Nigerians who may face emergencies due to the evolving security situation in the region.
Dabiri-Erewa Urges Nigerians to Stay Connected to Missions
Chairperson of the commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, said Nigerians living in or travelling through the region should immediately save the emergency numbers and reach out to the nearest Nigerian embassy when necessary.
According to the commission, the hotlines are designed to facilitate rapid consular support, particularly for Nigerians who may require evacuation guidance, travel information or security assistance.
NiDCOM also advised citizens abroad to closely follow safety directives issued by local authorities and international security agencies.
Emergency Hotline Numbers Released
NiDCOM listed several emergency contact lines for Nigerians across Middle Eastern countries.
United Arab Emirates
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Embassy of Nigeria, Abu Dhabi – +971 56 884 4130
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Consulate-General of Nigeria, Dubai – +971 56 377 8678
Kuwait (also covering Bahrain)
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+965 97895737
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+965 99509288
Israel
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Embassy of Nigeria, Tel Aviv – +972 547115279
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+234 7064263944
Qatar
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Embassy of Nigeria, Doha – +974 30197102
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+974 30197261
Lebanon
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Embassy of Nigeria, Beirut – +961 78 861 779
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+234 8038954425
Saudi Arabia
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Embassy of Nigeria, Riyadh – +966 542149456
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+966 565695763
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Consulate-General of Nigeria, Jeddah – +966 560965633
Jordan (also covering Iraq)
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Embassy of Nigeria, Amman – +962 777369428
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+962 776594020
Advisory for Nigerians in the Region
NiDCOM reiterated that Nigerians in the Middle East should remain alert as the security situation continues to evolve.
The commission urged citizens to:
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Monitor official safety advisories in their host countries
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Maintain communication with Nigerian embassies and consulates
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Avoid high-risk locations or conflict zones
The agency said Nigerian diplomatic missions are on standby to assist citizens who may require urgent help.
Growing Global Concern Over Middle East Conflict
The conflict between Iran and Israel has triggered heightened tensions across the Middle East, raising concerns among governments about the safety of their citizens in the region.
Several countries have begun issuing travel advisories and emergency contact lines as the situation develops.
For Nigeria, the move by NiDCOM is part of ongoing efforts to ensure that Nigerians abroad remain connected to consular services during periods of international crisis.
