The United States Embassy in Abuja has warned of a possible terrorist threat targeting American facilities and U.S.-affiliated schools in Nigeria, urging U.S. citizens in the country to take additional security precautions.
In a security advisory issued by the embassy on late on Monday evening, American nationals were advised to remain vigilant, especially when travelling to the U.S. Embassy in Abuja, the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos, and institutions affiliated with the United States.
The embassy urged U.S. citizens to adopt precautionary security measures, including varying their travel routes and schedules when visiting U.S. diplomatic facilities or related institutions.
According to the advisory, heightened awareness of surroundings and avoiding predictable routines could significantly reduce personal risk.