Foreign affairs minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu says the federal government is set to evacuate Nigerians who wish to return home from South Africa.
The assembly, which is scheduled to begin on Monday, is expected to conclude on September 28.
On Wednesday, the foreign affairs minister, Yusuf Tuggar, announced the commencement of Air Algerie’s direct flight services from Algiers to Abuja.
Mr Tuggar also urged Nigerians to show respect for one another’s differences.
It urged both parties to exercise utmost restraint and prioritise the safety and well-being of civilians.
“They expect us as a big country to be banging the tables hard and throwing our weight around. Humility in diplomacy is very apt.”
“Nigeria touches us every day in America through the amazing power of its diaspora. Musicians, writers, artists, entrepreneurs, athletes enrich our lives…”
He welcomed President Buhari’s recent appointment of military service chiefs.
Mr. Aduda said that the induction course was preparatory to the final departure to their various missions.
Mr. Onyema noted that China has immensely assisted Nigeria during the emergence of COVID-19.
