The Nigerian Government through the Embassy in Ukraine has advised Nigerians to take personal responsibility for their safety.
This directive comes in the wake of the Russian invasion of that country which started in the last 24 hours, and in spite of sanctions from world leaders. Ukraine shares a border with Russia.
Already, 40 deaths have been recorded while civilians on both sides have been advised by their respective governments to arm themselves.
The Federal Government in a statement released by Nigerian Embassy, in Kiev, charged Nigerians who do not feel safe in the country to temporarily relocate to anywhere considered safe by private arrangement.
Nigerians resident in that country have been in panic especially as many governments evacuated their citizens ahead of the commencement of bombardments.
A Nigerian parent whose teenage daughter is studying medicine is horrified and distraught with the situation.
According to her, “Fellow Nigerians, is this a country my daughter’s best friend is a medical student in Ukraine and right now she can hear the missiles from her room. Can you pls let’s publish this and make it go viral? Are they going to leave our teenage children to arrange for their security in the face of imminent war?“
The statement by Nigerian Embassy:
“The attention of the Embassy has been drawn to the declaration of state of emergency and Martial law on the entire territory of Ukraine except the Donestsk and Luhansk regions by the government of Ukraine, effective from midnight of February 23, 2022, for a period of 30 days, as well as the latest development on the Ukraine-Russia crises.
“Given development, the embassy urges Nigerian Nationals resident in Ukraine to remain calm but very vigilant and be responsible for their security and safety.
“The embassy wishes to add that should any Nigerian National consider the situation as emotionally disturbing, such National may temporarily relocate to anywhere considered safe by private arrangement. They should, however, ensure that they do all the needful to validate all their resident documents for ease of return to the country when desired.
“Students seeking temporary relocation are enjoined to seek proper clearance and guarantee form from their respective institutions during this period.
“For those who are still considering it appropriate to remain in the country, be rest assured that the embassy remains open for its consular duties and responsibilities at all times.”
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