Nigerian Government says it has received with surprise, reports of the invasion of Ukraine by Russia.
The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a press release says it has been reassured by the Nigerian Embassy in Ukraine of the safety of its citizens in that country and measures being undertaken to keep them safe and facilitate the evacuation of those who wish to leave.
The Government wishes to assure the families with loved ones in Ukraine that as soon as the airports in the country are opened, it would assist in facilitating the evacuation of Nigerians who are willing to leave.
Nneka Ukachukwu
Nigerian Government reassures Safety of Citizens in Ukraine