Western diplomats warn of coronavirus explosion in nigeria as european countries evacuate citizens
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Western Diplomats Warn of Coronavirus Explosion in Nigeria as European Countries Evacuate Citizens
In a shocking turn of events, Western diplomats have issued a stern warning about the rapid spread of the coronavirus in Nigeria, prompting several European countries to evacuate their citizens from the West African nation.
According to sources, the diplomats have expressed deep concern over the lack of effective measures to contain the virus, which has already infected hundreds of people in Nigeria. The warning comes as the number of confirmed cases continues to rise, with many more suspected cases reported across the country.
In response to the warning, several European countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Italy, have announced plans to evacuate their citizens from Nigeria. The evacuations are expected to begin in the coming days, with the first flights scheduled to depart from Lagos and Abuja, the country's capital.
The decision to evacuate citizens comes after a series of meetings between Western diplomats and Nigerian officials, during which the diplomats expressed their concerns about the country's ability to contain the virus. The Nigerian government has been criticized for its slow response to the outbreak, with many accusing it of downplaying the severity of the situation.
The evacuation of citizens is seen as a precautionary measure to protect the lives of Western nationals living and working in Nigeria. The move is also expected to send a strong message to the Nigerian government about the need to take immediate action to contain the virus.
In a statement, the British High Commission in Nigeria said: "We are taking the situation very seriously and are working closely with the Nigerian authorities to ensure the safety and well-being of British nationals in Nigeria. We urge all British nationals to follow the advice of local authorities and to take necessary precautions to protect themselves from the virus."
The French Embassy in Nigeria also issued a statement, saying: "We are deeply concerned about the rapid spread of the coronavirus in Nigeria and are taking all necessary measures to ensure the safety of French nationals in the country. We urge all French nationals to exercise extreme caution and to follow the advice of local authorities."
The German Embassy in Nigeria also announced plans to evacuate its citizens, saying: "We are taking the situation very seriously and are working closely with the Nigerian authorities to ensure the safety and well-being of German nationals in Nigeria. We urge all German nationals to follow the advice of local authorities and to take necessary precautions to protect themselves from the virus."
The Italian Embassy in Nigeria also issued a statement, saying: "We are deeply concerned about the rapid spread of the coronavirus in Nigeria and are taking all necessary measures to ensure the safety of Italian nationals in the country. We urge all Italian nationals to exercise extreme caution and to follow the advice of local authorities."
The evacuation of citizens is expected to be a complex and challenging operation, with many Western nationals living and working in Nigeria. The move is seen as a precautionary measure to protect the lives of Western nationals and to prevent the spread of the virus to other countries.
In related news, the World Health Organization (WHO) has announced plans to send a team of experts to Nigeria to help contain the outbreak. The WHO has also urged the Nigerian government to take immediate action to contain the virus, saying that the situation is "serious and requires urgent attention."
The situation in Nigeria is developing rapidly, and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.