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Nigerian Government Preparing Further Evacuations Amid South African Unrest
The Nigerian government is organizing a new evacuation mission for citizens in South Africa as looting and unrest continue to impact foreign-owned businesses.
Minister Ojukwu Welcomes Five Nigerians Released from Ivorian Prison
Foreign Affairs Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu has facilitated the return of five Nigerians detained in Cote D’Ivoire without trial, calling for state-level support for their reintegration.
Federal Government Facilitates Return of Five Nigerians Held in Côte d’Ivoire
Five Nigerian men have been repatriated after ten months of detention in Côte d’Ivoire, though one member of their group died shortly after his release.
The People-First Foreign Policy of Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu
Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu is championing a citizen-centric foreign policy, focusing on protecting Nigerians abroad through decisive intervention and humanitarian initiatives.
Thousands of Nigerians Stranded in South Africa as Evacuation Flights Continue
Over 15,000 Nigerians remain stranded in South Africa as the federal government ramps up evacuation efforts ahead of a looming June 30 anti-immigrant protest deadline.
Nigerian Government Schedules Another Evacuation Flight from South Africa for Tuesday
The federal government of Nigeria continues its voluntary repatriation efforts as an Air Peace flight is scheduled to return citizens from South Africa on Tuesday amid rising xenophobic concerns.
Nigerian nationals held in Côte d’Ivoire regain freedom following diplomatic efforts
The Nigerian government successfully negotiated the release of six citizens detained in Côte d’Ivoire on charges of economic crimes following months of diplomatic dialogue.