U.S. Mission Issues Security Alert, Warns Citizens to Avoid Government, Military Sites in Abuja

The United States Mission in Nigeria has issued a fresh security alert to its citizens, advising them to avoid non-essential travel to military and government facilities in Abuja due to heightened global security concerns.

The advisory, released on Monday, cautioned U.S. citizens living in or visiting Nigeria to exercise increased vigilance, particularly in and around the Federal Capital Territory.

According to the alert, staff members of the U.S. Embassy in Abuja and their families are now restricted from visiting military and government locations in the capital unless absolutely necessary.

While the notice did not cite any specific threat or incident, it referenced the global security environment as a key factor behind the precautionary measure.

The Mission urged all American nationals to remain aware of their surroundings, avoid large gatherings, review personal security plans, and maintain emergency preparedness.

The U.S. State Department’s current travel advisory for Nigeria remains at Level 3, which recommends citizens reconsider travel due to risks including crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed groups.

The embassy also advised citizens to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive timely updates and to facilitate easier contact in the event of an emergency. American travelers were further encouraged to monitor local media for developments and to avoid predictable routines that could increase their vulnerability.

This alert comes amid growing global security tensions, with U.S. missions in other countries also issuing similar warnings in recent weeks.

There is no official confirmation of any immediate threat to American interests in Nigeria at this time.