The United States embassy in Nigeria has warned Americans in Nigeria to be cautious of their movement in response to the elevated risk of terror attacks in Nigeria, specifically in Abuja.
According to the security alert issued on October 23, the US embassy advised its citizens to avoid all non-essential travel or movement, stay alert and avoid crowds.
“There is an elevated risk of terror attacks in Nigeria, specifically in Abuja. Targets may include but are not limited to, government buildings, places of worship, schools, markets, shopping malls, hotels, bars, restaurants, athletic gatherings, transport terminals, law enforcement facilities, and international organizations.
The U.S. Embassy will offer reduced services until further notice. Actions to Take: Avoid all non-essential travel or movement. Stay alert. Avoid crowds.
Review your personal security plans and keep your cell phone charged in case of emergency. Carry proper identification,” the security alert read.
Many attacks including the attack on the Kuje Correctional Centre as well as the one on the Presidential Guards Brigade in Abuja, have been recorded in recent times.
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