The Federal Government has said about 256 Nigerians have been received in Romania, Poland and Hungary following the ongoing face-off between Ukraine and Russian forces.
A statement by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Gabriel Aduda, said the fleeing Nigerians are safe in their host countries.
The statement also explained that the ministry provided accommodation for them, stressing that arrangements are being made to return them home.
“Also, officials at Budapest, Hungary have received and accommodated 74 Nigerians safely, where they are being documented for subsequent travel arrangements to Nigeria,” he said.
The ministry also revealed that another batch of about 200 Nigerians is expected in Budapest later in the day.
“The camp is well organised with beds and beddings, food, heating, clothing, and medicals for evacuees,” the statement added.
“We are assuring Nigerians that all hands are on deck and arrangements are being put in place to effectively evacuate our citizens, in safety and dignity.”
