Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Nigeria faults Canadian court over terror label on political parties
The Federal Government has expressed outrage over a Canadian Federal Court decision that linked Nigeria’s major political parties to terrorism, describing the judgment as reckless, misleading, and a direct intrusion into the country’s sovereignty. The controversial verdict, delivered on June 17, 2025, arose from an immigration case involving Douglas Egharevba, a former member of the […]
FG Rescues Stranded Nigerians in CAR
The Federal Government of Nigeria has successfully rescued a group of Nigerian workers who were stranded in the Central African Republic (CAR), following distress calls and a widely circulated video that raised alarm over their condition. This development was officially disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday, July 29, by Mr. Kimiebi Ebienfa, the spokesperson for […]
FG Rebukes ADC Over Ambassadorial Appointment Criticism
The Federal Government has firmly rejected recent criticisms leveled by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) concerning the pace of ambassadorial appointments and Nigeria’s diplomatic presence abroad. Describing the remarks as alarmist, politically charged, and factually incorrect, the government stressed that such commentary reflects a superficial grasp of the intricacies of foreign policy management. This position […]
No Gender Bias in Citizenship Law — FG Replies UK’s Badenoch
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially refuted the recent assertion made by Kemi Badenoch, a prominent figure in the UK Conservative Party, concerning Nigeria’s citizenship laws. The government described her claim that Nigerian law prevents women from transmitting citizenship to their children as not only inaccurate but also misleading. Ms. Badenoch, who currently serves […]
Nigeria Reacts to U.S. Visa Restrictions, Calls for Reversal, Fair Treatment
The Federal Government of Nigeria has formally responded to the recent visa policy changes announced by the United States Government, expressing concern over what it describes as an unfriendly and imbalanced decision. According to a public statement released by the U.S. Embassy in Abuja on Tuesday, July 9, 2025, the United States has revised its […]
FG Debunks Iran Embassy Closure Rumors
The Nigerian government has dismissed reports suggesting that its embassy in Iran has closed down, leaving citizens stranded amid the ongoing conflict in the region. In a statement released on Saturday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarified that the Nigerian Embassy in Tehran remains active and continues to provide support to nationals in the country. […]
Nigeria Moves to Rescue Citizens Trapped in Israel, Iran
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced that it is in the final stages of preparing emergency evacuation plans for Nigerian nationals currently stranded in Israel and Iran due to the recent escalation of hostilities between the two countries. In a statement issued late Tuesday night, Kimiebi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, […]
Iran-Israel Clash: FG Slams Israeli Strike, Urges Immediate Ceasefire
STATEMENT BY THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA, ON THE ESCALATION OF HOSTILITIES BETWEEN THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN AND THE STATE OF ISRAEL The Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria condemns Israel’s preemptive strike on Iran that has led to an escalation of hostilities between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the State of […]
FG Denounces US Embassy Report on Insecurity, Pastor’s Testimonies
Any reports of threats or intimidation against religious leaders will be investigated, and appropriate actions will be taken. Federal Government has criticized a social media post made by the US Embassy in Abuja regarding the security situation in Nigeria and the statements of religious leaders at a US congressional hearing. Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, a spokesman […]