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Ensure Jonathan’s safe return to Nigeria, Reps tell FG
- The House urged the government to deploy all diplomatic channels to secure Jonathan's safe return from Guinea-Bissau after the coup.
- Jonathan was in Guinea-Bissau on an international election observation mission when the military takeover occurred.
- Lawmakers highlighted Jonathan’s broad election-monitoring experience across several countries.
- The motion was adopted by a voice vote, emphasizing the need to protect Nigerians abroad amid the crisis.
- Guinea-Bissau’s military announced a leadership takeover and border closures amid the crisis.
- The context includes concerns for other Nigerians affected by the Guinea-Bissau crisis.
- The motion called for prioritizing the safety of all Nigerian citizens abroad during the crisis.
- The report notes Jonathan’s extensive international engagement on election-monitoring missions.
- The development followed Guinea-Bissau’s electoral process disruption and border closures.
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