The United States government has reportedly warned its non-emergency diplomatic staff and their families to leave Abuja.
This warning was issued on Thursday, October 27, after US Consulate in Nigeria gave its reasons for the directive as “heightened risk of terrorist attacks.”
According to the US government, “terrorists may attack with little or no warning” and target markets, restaurants, bars, malls, or schools.
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Read US government’s statement below:
The Travel Advisory for Nigeria has been updated due to a heightened risk of terrorist attacks in Abuja.
We recommend U.S. citizens do not travel to Abuja at this time.
In addition, on October 27, 2022, the Department ordered the departure of family members of U.S. government employees from Abuja due to heightened risk of terrorist attacks, following on the October 25 authorization of departure of non-emergency U.S. government employees and family members from Abuja due to heightened risk of terrorist attacks.
U.S. citizens should consider departing Abuja using available commercial options. U.S. citizens who wish to depart but are unable to secure commercial options to do so can contact the U.S. Consulate in Lagos at LagosFM@state.gov for assistance.
The U.S. Embassy Abuja is only able to provide emergency assistance to U.S. citizens in Abuja. The U.S. Consulate General in Lagos is providing all routine and emergency services to U.S. citizens in Nigeria. U.S. Citizens in Nigeria who require assistance should contact LagosACS@state.gov or +234 1 460 3410.
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