Chinese Embassy Investigates Claims of Nigerian Miners Abandoned in Central African Republic

The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria says it has launched an investigation into reports that a Chinese-owned mining company abandoned a group of Nigerian miners in the Central African Republic (CAR).

This follows a wave of public outrage sparked by a viral video circulating online, which appears to show distressed Nigerian workers claiming they were left stranded by their Chinese employer in the CAR.

Reacting to the uproar, the Chinese Embassy in Abuja issued a statement on the matter, expressing concern and pledging swift action to uncover the truth behind the incident.

“The Chinese government consistently mandates that all Chinese enterprises and citizens operating abroad strictly comply with local laws and regulations, ensuring all business operations fully adhere to local legal frameworks,” the statement read.

The Embassy stressed that it was taking the situation seriously and had already begun efforts to verify the facts surrounding the allegations.

“The Chinese side will urge the involved companies to address this matter appropriately, maintain close communication with Nigerian authorities throughout the investigation, and work together to safeguard the lawful rights and interests of citizens of both nations,” it added.

While the identity of the company involved remains unclear, the embassy noted that Chinese authorities would remain in contact with their Nigerian counterparts to ensure accountability and proper resolution of the issue.