US raises terror alert level on Abuja, other states

The United States has raised its terror alert level on Nigeria’s federal capital Abuja and a few other states.

In its latest advisory, the US urges its staff to vacate the capital under the fear of imminent terrorist attack.

The US, said, “The Travel Advisory for Nigeria has been updated due to a heightened risk of terrorist attacks in Abuja.

“We recommend U.S. citizens do not travel to Abuja at this time.

“In addition, on October 27, 2022, the Department ordered the departure of family members of U.S. government employees from Abuja due to heightened risk of terrorist attacks, following on the October 25 authorization of departure of non-emergency U.S. government employees and family members from Abuja due to heightened risk of terrorist attacks.

“U.S. citizens should consider departing Abuja using available commercial options.

“U.S. citizens who wish to depart but are unable to secure commercial options to do so can contact the U.S. Consulate in Lagos at LagosFM@state.gov for assistance.”