The Federal Government of Nigeria has condemned the latest attacks by Houthi forces in Yemen against Saudi Arabia, describing the escalation as a serious threat to regional peace and stability.
The attacks, which occurred on Monday, reportedly targeted several civilian and economic sites in southern Saudi Arabia, leaving scores of people injured and damaging critical infrastructure. Saudi authorities said the strikes also affected energy facilities and triggered fires at several locations.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Oluwafemi Adeniyi, Nigeria said the renewed hostilities posed a threat not only to Saudi Arabia’s security and sovereignty but also to wider stability across the Middle East.
The government called on all parties to respect international law, exercise maximum restraint and refrain from actions capable of further escalating tensions in the region.
Nigeria also warned that continued attacks could put more civilian lives at risk, undermine regional security and further disrupt global energy supplies, amid already heightened concerns over oil markets.
“Nigeria stands in solidarity with the government and people of Saudi Arabia at this difficult time,” the ministry said, while expressing its hopes for the speedy recovery of those injured.
The Federal Government further reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to supporting diplomatic efforts, peace processes and conciliatory frameworks aimed at promoting regional peace, international security and stability.
The latest attacks have intensified the conflict involving the Iran-aligned Houthis and Saudi Arabia, with the strikes hitting areas including Abha, Jizan, Najran and Khamis Mushait. Saudi authorities said at least 73 people were injured, including women and children.
The escalation has also raised fresh concerns over global energy security, with the attacks targeting important oil and energy infrastructure in one of the world’s leading oil-producing countries.
