The United States Embassy in Nigeria has issued a security alert warning of a possible terrorist threat targeting US facilities and American-affiliated schools in the country.
In a notice released by the embassy in Abuja, US citizens were advised to exercise heightened caution when visiting American diplomatic premises and institutions linked to the United States.
The alert specifically referenced the US Embassy in Abuja and the US Consulate General in Lagos, urging American nationals to remain vigilant and take additional security precautions when travelling to these locations.
According to the advisory, US citizens should vary their travel routes and times, avoid predictable routines, and remain aware of their surroundings in order to reduce potential risks.
“US citizens should take additional precautions when travelling to the US Embassy, the US Consulate General in Lagos, and US-affiliated schools,” the notice said.
The embassy also encouraged individuals to keep a low profile in public places, avoid crowds and demonstrations, and review personal security plans with family members.
Other recommended precautions include ensuring mobile phones are fully charged in case of emergencies and familiarising themselves with emergency exits when entering buildings.
Despite the alert, the consular sections of both the embassy in Abuja and the consulate in Lagos will remain open for services.
The embassy advised US citizens in Nigeria to continue monitoring updates through its official website and to follow security guidance issued by the US Department of State.
Travellers were also urged to consult the Nigeria Country Information page on travel.state.gov for additional guidance on security risks and conditions in the country.
The warning comes amid heightened global security concerns linked to the ongoing US–Israel–Iran conflict, which has triggered protests and security alerts in several countries.
