Location: Nigeria
Event: Threat to U.S. Facilities and Schools
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja informs U.S. citizens of a possible terrorist threat against U.S. facilities and U.S. affiliated schools in Nigeria. The Embassy recommends that U.S. citizens take additional precautions when traveling to the U.S. Embassy, the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos, and U.S. affiliated schools, to include varying times and routes. Increasing awareness of your surroundings, avoiding predictable routines, and reviewing general security precautions with your family can help reduce your risk.
Actions to Take:
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Keep a low profile.
- Review your personal security plans.
- Vary your regular routes.
- Keep your cell phone charged in case of emergency.
- Stay alert in public places.
- Avoid crowds and demonstrations.
- Familiarize yourself with emergency exits when entering buildings.
For additional information about threats and risks to travelers in Nigeria, please visit the Nigeria Country Information page on travel.state.gov.
The Consular Sections of Embassy Abuja and Consulate General Lagos remain open. Please monitor our website https://ng.usembassy.gov/ for updates.
For Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Abuja, Nigeria
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive, Central District Area
+234 209 461 4328 and after hours +234 209 461 4000, press zero
AbujaACS@state.gov
https://ng.usembassy.gov/
U.S. Consulate General Lagos
2 Walter Carrington Crescent, Victoria Island
+234 201 460 3400 during business hours and after hours
LagosACS@state.gov
https://ng.usembassy.gov/
U.S. State Department – Consular Affairs
+1 888-407-4747 or +1 202-501-4444
Nigeria Country Information
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