In a notice shared on its official X handle on Friday, the commission urged Nigerians residing in or travelling through affected countries to save the numbers and immediately contact the nearest Nigerian mission in case of emergencies.
NiDCOM said the hotlines are meant to provide urgent consular assistance to Nigerians who may require help due to the evolving security situation.
The emergency contact numbers released by the commission include:
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
Embassy of Nigeria, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (covers Oman) – +966 542149456, +966 565695763
Consulate-General of Nigeria, Jeddah – +966 560965633
Embassy of Nigeria, Amman, Jordan (covers Iraq) – +962 777369428, +962 776594020
The commission also advised Nigerians in the region to remain vigilant, follow safety advisories issued by local authorities, and maintain regular contact with Nigerian diplomatic missions for updates and support.
The development comes amid heightened tensions across the Middle East following recent military exchanges between Iran and Israel, raising fears of a wider regional conflict.
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