The Federal Government of Nigeria has successfully rescued a group of Nigerian workers who were stranded in the Central African Republic (CAR) after being allegedly abandoned by their Chinese employer, Rado Central Coal Mining Company.
The workers were left in dire conditions without means to return home in Bambari, approximately 850 kilometers from the capital city, Bangui.
A viral video showing the workers pleading for help prompted the Nigerian government to take action.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, confirmed that officials from the Nigerian Embassy in Bangui located the affected nationals, recovered their passports, and arranged for their safe evacuation to the capital city.
Ebienfa commended the prompt intervention of the embassy staff and expressed gratitude to the Central African Republic authorities for their cooperation during the rescue mission.
The Ministry reaffirmed the Federal Government’s dedication to protecting the welfare of Nigerians overseas and emphasized its resolve to handle such incidents with urgency and thoroughness.
The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria has launched an investigation into the reports, stating that it attaches great importance to the situation and will urge the company involved to handle the situation responsibly.
