LIST: Nigeria issues emergency hotlines for citizens in Middle East as Iran-Israel conflict worsens

Emergency Hotlines for Nigerians in distress abroad.
Call immediately in emergencies. Save these numbers.#Iran #IranWar #IranIsraelWar @nt pic.twitter.com/cNfIhgKVkl

— Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (@nidcom_gov) March 6, 2026

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission has released emergency contact numbers for citizens residing in or traveling through Middle Eastern countries amid escalating regional tensions. In a statement posted on its official X handle, the commission advised Nigerians to save the hotlines and immediately reach out to the nearest Nigerian mission if they require assistance. The move aims to ensure swift consular support as the security situation continues to evolve.

The emergency hotlines for Nigerians abroad are as follows:

• Embassy of Nigeria, Abu Dhabi, UAE – +971 56 884 4130
• Consulate-General of Nigeria, Dubai, UAE – +971 56 377 8678
• Embassy of Nigeria, Kuwait (covers Bahrain) – +965 97895737, +965 99509288
• Embassy of Nigeria, Tel Aviv, Israel – +972 547115279, +234 7064263944
• Embassy of Nigeria, Doha, Qatar – +974 30197102, +974 30197261
• Embassy of Nigeria, Beirut, Lebanon – +961 78 861 779, +234 8038954425
• Consulate-General of Nigeria, Jeddah – +966 560965633
• Embassy of Nigeria, Amman, Jordan (covers Iraq) – +962 777369428, +962 776594020

The commission reiterated that Nigerians abroad should remain vigilant, follow local safety advisories and stay in touch with Nigerian missions for updates and support