The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has commenced plans to repatriate Nigerians stranded in the Central African Republic.
Spokesperson to the Ministry, Kimiebi Ebienfa disclosed this in a statement on Friday.
TheFact Daily gathered that the move was in response to a video trending on social media platforms showing stranded Nigerian nationals in the Bambari region, which is about 850 kilometers from the capital Bangui and abandoned by their employers and facilitators.
Ebienfa said, “the Ministry of Foreign Affairs wishes to inform that the affected Nigerians have been contacted by the hardworking officials of our Mission in the Central African Republic, and the Embassy of Nigeria in Bangui is actively engaging with relevant authorities to ensure the safety, protection, and swift repatriation of the affected Nigerian nationals”.
He informed that their passports had been retrieved successfully, and a vehicle had been sent to Bambari to evacuate the stranded Nigerians to Bangui.
“They are likely to arrive in the capital city with a military escort on Saturday, July 26, 2025. Discussions are also ongoing with the company for their accommodation and welfare while in Bangui and their subsequent repatriation to Nigeria.
“The Federal Government reiterates its commitment to protecting the rights and dignity of its citizens everywhere in the world”, he said.
The Ministry however advised Nigerians travelling abroad for work to verify the credibility of their employers and ensure proper documentation before departure.
They were also advised to register their presence and that of their employees with the Embassy of Nigeria whenever they are in any foreign country to avert unpleasant experiences in the event of consular issues.
