The ministry reaffirmed its preparedness to deal with any threats and safeguard its national interests.
“This is the most important non-military lever the UAE have to play against the Iranians,” Andreas Krieg, a security studies expert, said.
Saudi Arabia also warned that it viewed Emirati actions as “extremely dangerous.”
Mr Rubio said, “Radical Islam has shown that their desire is not simply to occupy one part of the world and be happy with their own little caliphate.”
Mr Aljaberi said that the UAE and Nigeria had consistently pursued meaningful partnerships
Mr Onanuga stated that relevant government agencies were actively engaging with their counterparts to address the concerns through appropriate channels.
The participants exchanged experiences in implementing vocational education programmes and identified priorities for further cooperation.
NAFDAC said Mr Ifendu’s case would be handed over to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
The scheme, which started on September 1, was originally scheduled to conclude on October 31.
