Nigeria Condemns Fresh Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The Federal Government has condemned the latest attacks by Houthi forces in Yemen on Saudi Arabia, warning that the renewed hostilities pose a grave threat to
The Nigerian government has strongly condemned recent attacks by Houthi forces in Yemen against Saudi Arabia, warning that the renewed hostilities jeopardize regional stability and risk civilian lives and global energy supplies. In a statement issued by its spokesperson, Oluwafemi Adeniyi, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlighted that the attacks on September 7, 2026, resulted in numerous civilian injuries and inflicted damage to civil infrastructure in Saudi Arabia.
Nigeria emphasized that such actions pose a significant threat to the security and sovereignty of Saudi Arabia, potentially escalating the crisis across the Middle East. The government called upon all parties involved to adhere to international law and practice maximum restraint, as further military actions could amplify the situation's severity and endanger the lives of more civilians.
Nigeria also cautioned against measures that might disrupt global energy supplies, underscoring the extensive economic ramifications that prolonged instability in the Middle East could inflict on nations reliant on the region for energy. The latest assaults follow a protracted conflict in Yemen, involving the Iran-aligned Houthi movement and supporters of Yemen's internationally recognized government.
The Houthis, also known as Ansar Allah, took control of Yemen's capital, Sanaa, in 2014, igniting a broader conflict that prompted Saudi Arabia and an Arab coalition to intervene militarily in 2015. Since then, the Yemen conflict has evolved into one of the Middle East's most intricate security crises, with recurrent missile and drone strikes by the Houthis targeting Saudi territory.
Despite exerting diplomatic efforts and seeking de-escalation, tensions persist in and around Yemen, intricately connected to broader regional conflicts. The Houthis have also emerged as a pivotal force in regional maritime security, particularly due to attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea amidst the ongoing Middle East crisis.
Nigeria urged all parties to refrain from actions that could trigger additional escalation, stressing that renewed violence could undermine peace endeavors and expose civilians and critical infrastructure to greater danger. The Federal Government expressed solidarity with the government and people of Saudi Arabia, wishing those injured a prompt recovery, and reiterated its dedication to fostering peace processes and reconciliation initiatives aimed at fostering regional peace, international security, and stability.
Nigeria stressed that diplomatic initiatives are crucial in averting further escalations and establishing conditions for lasting peace, shared prosperity, and development in the Middle East.
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