Location: Abuja, Federal Capital Territory
Event: On April 8, 2026, the U.S. Department of State authorized the voluntary departure of non-emergency U.S. government employees and family members from U.S. Embassy Abuja due to the deteriorating security situation. The U.S. Embassy in Abuja will remain open but will have limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Nigeria. The Embassy, in consultation with the State Department, will reassess this status regularly. The U.S. Consulate General in Lagos will continue to provide routine and emergency services to U.S. citizens in Nigeria.
The Department of State Travel Advisory for Nigeria remains at Level 3, recommending travelers reconsider travel to Nigeria due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, armed gangs, and inconsistent availability of health care services.
Actions to Take:
- Have a personal emergency action plan that does not rely on U.S. government assistance.
- U.S. citizens in Abuja should consider departing if you do not need to remain for emergency or essential purposes.
- Take advantage of commercial transportation options, if you wish to depart Nigeria.
- Ensure your U.S. passport is valid and accessible in case of emergency departure.
- Keep family and friends informed of your travel plans and whereabouts.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates.
- Monitor local media for breaking news on the security situation.
- Avoid crowds and demonstrations.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Review your personal security plans and keep your cell phone charged in case of emergency.
- Vary travel routes and times, especially when going to and from the airport.
For additional information about threats and risks to travelers in Nigeria, please visit the Nigeria Destination Information page on travel.state.gov.
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 Destination Information
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates
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