By Laraba MUREY
As Israel and Iran continue to trade missiles and the United States bombing three nuclear sites in Iran, the United States Mission in Nigeria on Monday issued a security alert advising American citizens to avoid non-essential travel to military and government facilities in Abuja.
The warning is coming on the heels of increased global security concerns.
In the alert by the US Embassy, it stated that all embassy personnel and their families are currently prohibited from visiting military sites or other government venues in the Nigerian capital unless for official purposes.
American citizens residing in or visiting Nigeria are urged to remain vigilant in public places, particularly in locations frequented by Westerners, expatriates, and government officials.
The embassy also advised avoiding large gatherings, maintaining unpredictable routines, and being familiar with emergency exits in buildings.
US nationals are encouraged to review their personal security plans and exercise increased caution during their stay in Nigeria.
The statement read in part, “Due to increased security concerns arising from current global developments, US Mission Nigeria informs US citizens that all US Embassy employees and their families are prohibited from non-official travel to a Nigerian military site or other government venue in Abuja at this time.
“Actions to take: Stay alert in public places, with particular attention to locations and venues where Westerners, expatriates, and government officials frequent.
“Avoid large gatherings and consider limiting unnecessary travel. Avoid predictable routines. Familiarise yourself with emergency exits when you enter buildings. Review your personal security plans.”
However, the Consular Sections of the US Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos remain open and operational.
Citizens seeking further information or needing assistance were advised to visit the embassy’s official website.
