FG urges de-escalation of Saudi Arabia-Houthis tensions

The Nigerian government has called for an immediate de-escalation of the escalating tensions between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi militia in Yemen. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs urged all parties involved to exercise maximum restraint and prioritize dialogue to prevent further deterioration of the situation.

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The federal government has expressed concern over the escalating tensions and reported attacks involving the Houthi militia in Yemen and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, urging all parties to exercise maximum restraint and embrace dialogue to prevent further deterioration of the situation.

In a statement released on Sunday, the ministry's spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, stressed the need for parties to refrain from actions that could inflame hostilities or endanger civilian lives, regional peace, and stability. The Nigerian government emphasized the importance of resolving differences through dialogue, diplomacy, and other peaceful means, in line with the United Nations Charter and international law.

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The government stressed the need for the parties to prioritise dialogue, diplomacy and other peaceful means of resolving their differences in line with the principles of the United Nations Charter and international law, warning that any further escalation could undermine regional security and stability.

Nigeria also warned that any further escalation could undermine regional security and stability. The country reaffirmed its commitment to the peaceful settlement of disputes and expressed readiness to support constructive efforts aimed at reducing tensions, restoring calm, and promoting lasting peace in the region. The statement highlighted Nigeria's diplomatic stance on international conflicts and its role in promoting regional stability.

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It also reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to the peaceful settlement of disputes and expressed its readiness to support genuine and constructive efforts aimed at reducing tensions, restoring calm and promoting lasting peace and stability in the region.